Overview
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA at Symmetrio
Title: Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
Company: Symmetrio
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Type: Full Time
Category: IT/Tech, Security
Symmetrio is actively recruiting for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer for our customer, a large government organization in Philadelphia, PA. The Senior Cybersecurity Engineer will ensure that organizational security requirements are implemented in all aspects of the enterprise IT architecture.
The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in information security, capable of designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions for our customer’s environment. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud security, particularly in Azure and AWS environments, as well as experience leading security initiatives in large enterprise organizations.
This is a full-time, hybrid position requiring on-site presence in Philadelphia at least once per week
Responsibilities
Develop/integrate cybersecurity designs for systems and networks with multilevel security requirements
Employ secure configuration management processes
Ensure that acquired or developed system(s) and architecture(s) are consistent with organization’s cybersecurity architecture guidelines.
Perform security reviews, identify gaps in security architecture, and develop a security risk management plan.
Develop and maintain the organization’s security roadmap
Design and implement security architectures for Azure and AWS environments
Conduct regular security assessments of cloud infrastructure
Develop and maintain cloud security policies and procedures
Implement and manage cloud-native security tools and services
Lead incident response efforts for high-priority security events
Develop and maintain security monitoring and alerting systems
Implement and manage SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) solutions
Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations
Perform securitycode reviewsand application penetration testing
Collaborate with executiveleadershipto align security initiatives with business objectives
Manage security projects and allocate resources effectively
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
8+ years of experience in information security roles
Extensive experience with cloud security, particularly in Azure and AWS environments
Strong knowledge of security frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls)
Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Power Shell, Bash)
Excellent understanding of network protocols and security technologies
Experience with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanners
Strong analytical andproblem-solving skills
Excellentcommunication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work effectively in afast-paced,dynamic environment
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience as a network engineer or similar role is preferred
Experience with Crowd Strike endpoint detection and response solutions
Knowledge of Microsoft Entra (formerly Azure AD) and its security features
Experience with implementing and managing conditional access policies
Familiarity with email security solutions and best practices
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer)
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Paid Time Off(Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
