Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering

Job Title:

Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering

Duration:

7 months with possible extension

Location/Address:

This resource will work Remotely however, there is expectation that the selected candidate will visit a Salinas, CA at start of the engagement and then quarterly for collaboration purposes.

Travel:

Yes, the selected candidate will be expected to travel at the start of the engagement (likely west coast) and then quarterly for meetings (est 3-5 trips). Position Overview We are seeking a polished Senior Security Engineer to join our Platform Engineering group. In this critical role, you will bridge security strategy and technical implementation, developing automations for security technologies while ensuring Client's vCISO directives are effectively translated and codified across client platforms. Key Responsibilities Design and develop automations for security technologies deployed throughout the client environment, including NGFW, SASE/SSE, and EDR solutions Collaborate with client's vCISO (serving Taylor) to translate security policies into platform-specific configurations and code Ensure security policies are consistently applied and maintained across all client infrastructure Support the Platform Engineering group in integrating security best practices into automation workflows Provide technical expertise in identity services and emerging security technologies Required Qualifications Proven expertise in modern security technologies: NGFW, SASE/SSE, EDR, and identity services Strong background in security automation and infrastructure-as-code practices Ability to translate high-level security policies into technical implementations Experience working within platform engineering or DevSecOps environments Excellent communication skills to work across security and engineering teams What We're Looking For A polished professional who combines deep security technology knowledge with automation development skills and the ability to align technical solutions with strategic security governance. #Linkd #Linkd Why TalentBurst? At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth. Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options. TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.