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MAES Solutions

Cyber Security Engineer

On site

Jersey city, United states

$ 120,000 /year

Full Time

18-02-2026

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Skills

Python PowerShell Incident Response Firewalls Encryption Monitoring VMware Test Security Testing Problem-solving Research Linux Windows Organization Azure

Job Specifications

Maes Solutions is actively recruiting experienced Cyber Security Engineers for full-time roles with direct clients across multiple US locations, emphasizing no C2C arrangements. The positions target candidates with 10+ years as Cyber Security Engineer, including consultants willing to relocate who are preferred, and align well with high demand in states like New York, New Jersey and Texas among others.

Position Overview

Experienced Cyber Security Analyst who secures the organization’s technical environment. Analyzes existing hardware/software, evaluates new options, recommends improvements, identifies vulnerabilities, and develops threat mitigation procedures. Monitors networks for suspicious activity, stays current on threat intelligence, installs/maintains security tools/encryption, aids security planning/policy implementation, flags policy-violating processes, remediates vulnerabilities, and tackles advanced technical projects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop/operate/evolve Cloud Access Security solutions.

• Administer security on OS, apps, network devices per policies/best practices/vendor guidelines.

• Install/configure security systems (policy tools, appliances, host-based).

• Conduct threat/vulnerability assessments, remediate, harden systems (patches, remove weaknesses).

• Research/implement automation; maintain documentation.

• Monitor networks/intrusions with IDS/IPS, firewalls, host tools; correlate activity across endpoints/networks/apps (on-prem/cloud) for anomalies.

• Use threat intel to research emerging risks/incidents.

• Deploy cloud threat detection; support/deliver multiple projects on time.

• Train juniors on tools/reports/issues; stay current on job knowledge/policies.

• Create/test/update incident response/BC/DR plans.

• Analyze problems, seek novel solutions, pre-implementation security testing.

• Provide KPIs to Risk Mgmt; educate teams on best practices; assist IT audits.

• Ensure corporate compliance: prevent/detect/report unethical conduct.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science (or related) or equivalent IT Security experience.

• 10+ years Information Systems; 5+ years Information Security (vuln mgmt tools like app/code scanners).

• 5+ years with DNS, routing, auth, VPN, proxies, IDS/IPS, DDoS mitigation.

• Strong analytical/problem-solving; threats/vulns/exploits knowledge.

• Hands-on: Patch Mgmt, Encryption, SIEM monitoring.

• Windows AD/GPO/WSUS; Azure AD/Office 365; NIST/HITRUST/CIS Controls.

• Security cert (CISSP, CCSP, GIAC, CISM).

• Scripting/automation (PowerShell/Python); strategic/risk-based thinking.

• Articulate tech risks in business terms; work independently under stress/multiple crises.

• Strong interpersonal/team skills across roles/vendors.

• Experience implementing/operating security hardware/software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Network infra (routers/switches/firewalls/wireless/protocols).

• SCCM, Nutanix, VMware, Linux, content filtering, Signal Sciences, Rapid7, CrowdStrike, CyberArk.

• TLS, HTTPS, SFTP, SSH, IPSec.

Contact me directly at 201-979-3980 or forward your updated resume to sri@maessolutions.com.

Next Steps: Please excuse any delays in response or missed calls—rest assured, I’ll reply as soon as possible. Every application receives thorough review, and we truly value your patience.

About the Company

At MAES Solutions, we deliver responsive, effective, and innovative solutions to our clients' needs in executive recruitment and IT services. We support our clients by solving business challenges and enhancing operational efficiency through integrated and technologically leveraged solutions. We offer cost-effective IT solutions to drive business success. Know more