Cyber Security Engineer

Robert Half is actively partnering with an Austin-based client to identify a Cyber Security Engineer (contract). In this role, you will help protect and strengthen a complex enterprise technology environment. This role is responsible for identifying, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity threats, security incidents, and suspicious activity across on-premises and cloud-based systems. This role is onsite in Austin, Tx.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity incidents across enterprise environments
• Review and manage escalated security alerts to determine severity, impact, and appropriate response actions
• Conduct root cause analysis and recommend remediation and mitigation strategies
• Perform proactive threat hunting using available security tools and threat intelligence sources
• Analyze security logs, alerts, and system activity to identify potential threats and indicators of compromise
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and business teams to contain, eradicate, and recover from security incidents
• Support digital forensics investigations and evidence collection activities
• Develop, maintain, and improve incident response procedures, playbooks, and operational documentation
• Participate in security assessments, audits, tabletop exercises, and adversary simulation activities
• Assist in enhancing detection rules, monitoring capabilities, and response processes
• Stay informed on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, attack techniques, and industry trends
• Contribute to the development and implementation of security policies, standards, and best practices
• Document investigation findings, lessons learned, and recommendations for continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security operations, incident response, or threat detection
• Security+, CySA+, GCIH, GCFA, or similar cybersecurity certification preferred
• Experience working with SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and security monitoring platforms
• Strong understanding of incident response methodologies and cybersecurity best practices
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, and common threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Experience investigating security events, analyzing logs, and identifying indicators of compromise (IOCs)
• Familiarity with threat hunting, vulnerability management, and digital forensics principles
• Understanding of network protocols, operating systems, cloud security, and identity management technologies
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced environment

Contract Benefit Offerings:

• Healthcare (medical, dental, and vision plans)
• 401(k) and retirement plans
• Commuter benefits
• Employee and vendor discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And many more!