Cyber Security Engineer III

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We are currently seeking a Cyber Security Engineer III to join the Security Engineering team of a global online marketplace platform. This is an exciting 7-12 Months contract opportunity where you’ll contribute to innovative cybersecurity efforts within a dynamic and inclusive culture, championing global commerce and empowering individuals.

As a Cyber Security Engineer III, you’ll join a highly visible Cyber Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT), working on security incidents, cyber analysis, forensics, and more. This role is located in San Jose, CA or Washington DC with a hybrid work model, and you’ll have the chance to build innovative solutions to help protect critical assets and mitigate security threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigations: Analyze and investigate computer security incidents to determine the extent of compromises to systems.
• Escalations: Respond to escalated events, develop and execute security controls to prevent attacks or infiltration attempts.
• Research: Stay ahead of evolving threats by researching security vulnerabilities and designing countermeasures.
• Education: Maintain proficiency in tools, techniques, and trends in cyber security, including network security, encryption, and data hiding.
• Communications: Provide timely updates and pass-downs to shift leads and leadership; collaborate with supporting teams to improve security policies and standards.
• Digital Forensics: Conduct HR investigations and legal holds in accordance with local laws and industry best practices.
• Shift Coverage: Participate in rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, across Day, Swing, and Graveyard shifts.

Core Skills and Expertise:

• Incident Response: Ability to lead investigations and direct action during critical security events.
• Offensive Techniques: Experience with penetration testing, IOCs, and exploits across various layers of the stack.
• Log Analysis: Comfortable analyzing logs using SEIM tools to identify and hunt for threats.
• System Forensics: Basic understanding of image acquisition, memory forensics, and related techniques.
• Networking: Strong knowledge of TCP/IP protocols (HTTP, DNS, FTP, DHCP, ARP) and network analysis tools like Wireshark/TCPDump.
• Scripting: Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or similar.
• Risk Analysis: Ability to assess and manage vulnerabilities, balancing risk with operational needs.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in incident detection, response, malware analysis, or digital forensics.
• Certifications: Must have at least one of the following:
  • SANS GIAC: GCED, GCIA, GPEN, GCIH, etc.
  • ISC2: CISSP, CCSP, CCFP.
  • Cisco: CCNA, CCNP.
  • EC-Council: CEH, ENSA, CNDA, ECIH, etc.
  • Offensive Security: OSCP, OSCE, OSWP.
  • Digital Forensics: EnCE, GCFA, ACE, etc.
• Specialized Experience: At least one (1) year of specialized experience in:
  • Security Assessment or Offensive Security
  • Application Security
  • Security Operations Center (SOC) / Incident Response
  • Cyber Intelligence Analysis

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefits
• eLearning and Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development

To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week, and the length of the assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

Why Join Us?

At Onward Search, we connect top talent with the best opportunities in the industry. If you’re passionate about cybersecurity and want to make an impact within a globally recognized platform, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Apply now to be considered for this exciting contract role. Our recruitment team will be in touch to guide you through the interview process and advocate on your behalf!

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.