What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior System Engineer position at Prequel Solutions?
We are seeking a dynamic, team-oriented Senior Systems Engineer with a strong cybersecurity background and a high degree of professionalism. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, is dependable with sensitive information, and brings a strategic mindset to both independent and collaborative work. This role requires excellent communication skills, a self-driven attitude, and strong organizational capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Cybersecurity & Monitoring
- Design, implement, and manage co-sourced SIEM solutions (e.g., Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, CrowdStrike).
- Configure log ingestion from sources such as Azure, Microsoft 365, on-premises servers, and network infrastructure.
- Support security incident detection and response workflows, as well as forensic readiness.
Infrastructure Hardening
- Secure Windows/Linux servers and Azure environments following industry best practices.
- Manage patching cycles, disaster recovery processes, and backup strategies.
- Recommend and implement network segmentation, firewall configurations, and secure baselines.
- Apply and enforce compliance controls aligned with frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, and PCI.
Project Leadership
- Lead cybersecurity initiatives, including cloud security upgrades, SIEM deployments, and DR implementations.
- Collaborate with IT, operations, and security stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business needs.
- Design, test, and document backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.
Systems Engineering
- Maintain and configure core infrastructure components including servers, networks, and cloud environments.
- Develop scripts and automation tools to enforce security standards and streamline system configurations.
- Support the secure integration of business applications into enterprise IT systems.
Architecture & Strategy
- Assess and enhance current infrastructure and security architectures.
- Contribute to the design of scalable, secure, and compliant systems and solutions.
- Provide architectural guidance across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
Qualifications
- 7 years of experience in IT systems engineering with a strong focus on cybersecurity.
- Proven experience in hardening servers, Azure environments, and network infrastructure.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM deployment and management (Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, or similar).
- In-depth knowledge of compliance and security standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, and PCI.