Cybersecurity Engineer

The Cybersecurity Engineer will implement, maintain, and support cybersecurity technologies and processes designed to protect systems, networks, applications, and data. This role supports security operations, vulnerability management, incident response, and security compliance across digital publishing platforms, newsroom systems, and corporate technology, with the goal of sustaining reliable and auditable security operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security tools and platforms to identify threats, vulnerabilities, and suspicious activity.
• Investigate security alerts and support incident response activities.
• Support implementation and maintenance of security technologies across the enterprise to ensure tools perform at full effectiveness; promptly identify gaps and escalate issues with supporting information.
• Perform security reviews and system health checks, document findings, and track follow-up actions to maintain a consistent security baseline.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and assist with security risk assessment.
• Track and coordinate remediation work with technology teams, ensuring fixes are completed within defined SLA windows and remediation status is documented for reporting and audit purposes.
• Validate security fixes and support ongoing risk reduction efforts.
• Assist with penetration testing activities and remediation initiatives.
• Administer identity and access management processes, including account provisioning and privileged access controls, ensuring access rights remain accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational policy.
• Assist with endpoint, network, and cloud security control maintenance.
• Configure and manage security tools according to organizational standards.
• Support implementation of security policies and technical safeguards.
• Assist with security incident investigation and document findings.
• Collect and analyze system and security logs during investigations.
• Support incident containment, recovery, and remediation to minimize operational impact and restore secure, stable operations efficiently.
• Escalate significant threats and vulnerabilities to senior security personnel.
• Maintain accurate, current security documentation, procedures, and operational records to support audit readiness and knowledge continuity.
• Support compliance audits, assessments, and security reviews by delivering timely, accurate data and documentation aligned to applicable security frameworks.
• Contribute to security awareness initiatives and technical training efforts that strengthen security culture and reduce enterprise risk.
• Collaborate with IT, Engineering, and business teams to support secure technology operations.
• Provide recommendations to improve operational security control effectiveness.
• Participate in projects requiring security reviews or implementation support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, plus 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, systems administration, network administration, or related technical roles; OR 5+ years of experience in the same related roles.
• Experience supporting enterprise security technologies and security operations processes.
• Knowledge of network security, endpoint security, identity management, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Hands-on experience with security monitoring tools, vulnerability scanning solutions, and endpoint protection technologies.
• Experience with identity and access management (IAM) platforms and privileged access management processes.
• Hands-on experience configuring and managing enterprise security tools.
• Knowledge of incident response frameworks and procedures.
• Proven ability to maintain accurate technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Familiarity with cloud security concepts and modern technology environments.
• Understanding of security frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining security standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GSEC, or equivalent.
• Experience supporting digital media, publishing, or online content platforms.
• Familiarity with scripting, automation, or AI-enabled security tools used to improve operational efficiency and threat detection capabilities.

Role Details

• Location: Remote (remote)
• Salary: USD 125,000 - 140,000 per year
• Minimum Experience: 3 years
• Education: Bachelor’s degree