What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cybersecurity Engineer — Growing security threats mean constant job hunting. position at BoxNCase?
About the Role Security is not an afterthought here—it is a priority. We are seeking a dedicated Cybersecurity Engineer to help us build, maintain, and monitor a secure IT environment.
In this role, you will be responsible for the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data. You will manage firewalls, analyze SIEM logs, and lead incident response efforts. You are the shield that protects our customers and our code.
### What You Will Do
Threat Monitoring: Monitor networks for security breaches and investigate violations using SIEM tools (Splunk, Datadog, or AlienVault).
Infrastructure Security: Configure and maintain firewalls, VPNs, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS/IPS).
Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify weak points in our system.
Incident Response: Lead the immediate response to security incidents, performing root cause analysis and mitigation.
Cloud Security: Secure our cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure) by implementing IAM policies and encryption standards.
Compliance: Assist in maintaining compliance with industry standards (SOC2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, or GDPR).
What We Are Looking For
Experience: 3 years of experience in Information Security or Network Engineering.
Certifications: Possession of industry-standard certs like CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security , or CISM is highly preferred.
Networking: Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, and routing protocols.
OS Knowledge: Strong proficiency in Linux and Windows administration.
Scripting: Ability to write scripts in Python, Bash, or PowerShell to automate security tasks.
Mindset: You are paranoid (in a healthy way) and stay up-to-date on the latest CVEs and zero-day threats.
### Preferred Tech Stack (Keywords)
SIEM: Splunk, Sumo Logic, ELK Stack
Network: Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet
Cloud: AWS Security Hub, Azure Sentinel
Tools: Wireshark, Metasploit, Nessus, Burp Suite
Salary Range: $50,000 – $180,000 USD / year (Commensurate with experience)
Remote Work: Fully remote or hybrid options available.
Education: Budget for maintaining certifications (CPE credits) and attending security conferences (DefCon, Black Hat).
Health: Comprehensive medical coverage.
Secure Hardware: Company-issued secure laptop and hardware keys (YubiKey).
Salary : $50,000 - $180,000