Senior Security Operations Engineer

Daxko is committed to safeguarding our systems, networks, and data, and we’re looking for a Senior Security Operations Engineer to take our security framework to the next level. In this role, you will design, implement, and monitor security measures while driving best practices and ensuring compliance with industry standards. If you have a strong technical background in security operations and a passion for protecting critical systems, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and implement security architectures for software and network environments.
• Conduct risk analysis, vulnerability assessments, and security audits to identify potential threats.
• Develop and enforce company-wide IT security best practices.
• Monitor security logs for indicators of compromise and update SIEM detection rules.
• Implement security automation (SOAR) solutions to proactively block threats.
• Provide guidance on threat modeling to engineering teams.
• Manage security incidents, perform post-event analysis, and enhance incident response processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and security policies.
• Recommend and implement security enhancements and tools to strengthen defenses.

What You Bring

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption, and security protocols.
• Hands-on experience with log management, authentication systems, and compliance audits.
• Knowledge of database and operating system security best practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate security strategies and findings.

Must-Have Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in information security or related fields.
• Experience in building and maintaining security systems.
• Practical experience with firewalls, intrusion detection, anti-virus software, authentication systems, and security monitoring tools.

Nice-to-Haves:

• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or similar.

The salary range for this role is $154,000 - $194,000 per year. Where you fall within the pay range is based on how you demonstrate the attributes and competencies required for the role. We mostly reserve the upper half of our compensation bands for internal growth. In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, performance-based incentives, and opportunities for growth.

#LI-Remote

Daxko is dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. We are committed to diversity in the broadest sense, including thought and perspective, age, ability, nationality, ethnicity, orientation, and gender. The skills, perspectives, ideas, and experiences of all of our team members contribute to the vitality and success of our purpose and values.

We truly care for our team members, and this is reflected through our offices, and benefits, and great perks. These perks are only for our full-time team members. Some of our favorites include:

🏝  Flexible paid time off 
⚕️ Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance options
💪  Monthly fitness reimbursement
🤑  401(k) matching
🍼  New-Parent Paid Leave
👖  Casual work environments
🏡  Remote work

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.