Information Security Engineer
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Job description
Job Title: Information Security Engineer – Security Automation and Response
Primary Location: Remote
Position Type: Direct Hire
Overview:
TalentFish is casting a line for an Information Security Engineer – Security Automation and Response. This is a Direct Hire role, fully remote. This position exists to advance Security Operations capabilities through SOAR playbook development, automation, and AI-driven workflows, streamlining incident response and improving SOC operational efficiency.
What You Bring to the Role (Ideal Experience)
- BS or BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent education, training, or work experience
- 5+ years of security experience, or equivalent training and education
- Solid knowledge of computing systems, data network communications, and network architecture
- Hands-on experience with SOAR playbook development
- Required scripting or programming skills (Python, PowerShell, Go, etc.)
- Experience in incident response and threat investigation
- Experience in threat detection and understanding of logging systems
- Security certifications (GIAC, CISSP) preferred
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
What You'll Do (Skills Used in this Position)
- Develop, implement, and maintain SOAR playbooks to automate repetitive security tasks, including alert triage, threat investigation, and incident response, using tools like SOAR, Python, and API integrations
- Advance Security Operations capabilities through AI-driven initiatives, in collaboration with the Information Security Operations Manager
- Investigate malware, intrusions, unauthorized access, and data infiltration/exfiltration events
- Analyze logs, memory, disk images, and network captures to determine attack scope and impact
- Stay current on cyber threats and industry best practices to continuously enhance SOC capabilities
- Work with SIEM platforms and associated query languages (Yara-L, CQL, SPL, etc.)
- Participate in Purple Team activities
- Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical security events
Compensation Information
The expected salary range for this position is $105-110k per year, depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies for comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations. This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.
All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws. TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible. At TalentFish we are an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and encourage diversity!
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