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Sr. Systems Engineer – Cyber Security (5938)

NextPath Workforce Solutions
Reading, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/22/2026
NextPath Workforce Solutions is currently seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to join our client’s team in Reading, PA. This is an Onsite, Contract-to-Hire position.

SALARY: $58-$68 hr (depending on experience)

Unfortunately, at this time our client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas. Only candidates authorized to work in the US without sponsorship should apply.

Requirements

  • 3 years of hands-on cybersecurity engineering experience, demonstrating technical depth and problem-solving skills
  • Expertise in cloud security, with a preference for AWS; Azure or GCP experience considered
  • Ability to explain technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders
  • Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and ability to navigate large organizations
  • Experience participating in on-call rotations and handling security incidents

Responsibilities

  • Define and enforce security policies and standards
  • Administer and monitor network, server, and application security controls such as firewalls, intrusion detection, and security logging
  • Perform security reviews and develop security models for new systems
  • Analyze and recommend security products and evaluate their performance
  • Maintain compliance documentation for SOX and PCI, including audit and review activities
  • Collaborate with IT teams to resolve usability issues and support security infrastructure updates
  • Participate in large-scale security projects and initiatives
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and manage security incident responses
  • Configure and maintain encryption, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems
  • Develop and document security processes, testing, and emergency response procedures
  • Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance

Top Non-negotiable Skills

  • 3 years of hands-on cybersecurity engineering experience, with maturity and depth
  • Cloud security expertise, preferably AWS; Azure or GCP considered
  • Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Nextpath Workforce Solutions

NextPath is a strategic talent partner connecting skilled professionals with organizations driving innovation and growth. Our recruiting team brings over 80 years of combined experience delivering workforce solutions that align the right talent with the right opportunities. We work with leading companies across the country, offering flexible engagement models including contract, project-based, contract-to-hire, and direct hire roles.

If the position above doesn’t seem to fit, we have various other opportunities that could be a better match. Feel free to reach out by sending your resume to apply@nextpathcp.com for a recruiter to engage.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

View all open jobs: http://www.nextpathcp.com

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