Security Engineer

Security Engineer at Horizontal Talent Security Engineer at Horizontal Talent in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Posted in 12 days ago. $49.00 - $85.00 per hour

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Security Engineer to join our dynamic team, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing our security posture. If you have a passion for safeguarding systems and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities Operate and manage endpoint security platforms, ensuring optimal performance and security compliance. Support production security tooling environments by handling incident triage and escalation effectively. Manage requests for exclusions, detections, and configuration updates while validating data flow through telemetry and logging pipelines. Troubleshoot host-level issues and understand system logs and process behavior to maintain system integrity. Automate operational tasks and integrate with APIs for enhanced reporting and system management. Assist in platform upgrades and migrations, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Skills Hands-on experience with endpoint security platforms such as Tanium and CrowdStrike Falcon. Strong understanding of Linux systems and experience with scripting for automation, preferably in Python. Proficiency in managing endpoint telemetry and logging tools, with the ability to troubleshoot ingestion issues. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Preferred Skills Experience in improving detection quality and reducing false positives through alert tuning. Familiarity with endpoint detection and response workflows, including threat response actions. Exposure to data platforms and observability tools, such as Elasticsearch and Kibana. At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in creating a vibrant community. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex. Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $49 - $85 per hour based on qualifications and experience.