Job Specifications
Position: Security Engineer (MSP)
Location: Smyrna, GA (Onsite)
Type: Full-Time
Pay: $90,000 - $115,000 per year
The Security Engineer supports the execution of information security programs both internally and for our clients, helping ensure security initiatives align with business objectives and recognized best practices. This role performs hands-on risk assessments, governance and compliance activities, and security operations oversight across frameworks such as NIST, HIPAA, and CIS IG2. The Security Engineer plays a key role in incident response, vendor risk management, and security monitoring efforts, while documenting findings and tracking remediation activities. Acting as a trusted security advisor, the Security Engineer communicates risks and recommendations in clear, business-focused language and helps promote a strong security-aware culture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Information Security Strategy Support
o Assist in implementing the organization’s cybersecurity strategy.
o Support alignment of security initiatives with business objectives.
o Help define and track security KPIs and metrics.
• Risk Management
o Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
o Identify, evaluate, and document security risks.
o Support development of mitigation and remediation plans.
o Maintain risk registers and report on risk posture.
• Security Governance & Compliance
o Assist in developing and updating security policies, standards, and procedures.
o Support security initiatives aligned to recognized frameworks such as NIST, HIPAA, and SOC 2.
o Participate in internal and external audit readiness activities, including evidence gathering and remediation tracking.
o Design and lead tabletops.
• Incident Response & Monitoring
o Help coordinate incident response activities.
o Support investigation of security incidents.
o Ensure proper documentation and reporting of incidents.
o Assist in maintaining incident response plans and playbooks.
• Security Training
o Encourage a security-first culture.
o Lead security-focused trainings.
• Security Operations Oversight
o Work with IT/security teams to monitor:
SIEM alerts
Endpoint protection systems
Network security tools
Review vulnerability scan results and track remediation
• Third-Party & Vendor Risk Management
o Assess security posture of vendors and partners.
o Support due diligence reviews.
o Monitor contractual security requirements.
• Reporting & Communication
o Prepare security reports for senior management.
o Communicate risks and incidents in business-friendly language.
Knowledge, Skills, and Qualification Requirements:
o 4-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
o Minimum 3 years’ experience working at a Managed Services Provider.
o Minimum 7 years’ experience in security engineering, security operations, or security consulting role
o Understanding of core technology and security concepts, including the following:
Networking
Endpoint security
Identity and access management
Vulnerability management
Private and Public datacenters
o Demonstrated experience performing the following:
Risk assessments and vulnerability management
Security governance and compliance (ISO, NIST, SOC 2)
Experience participating in or leading incident response activities.
Client-facing security advisory and consulting activities
Management and administration of SIEM, MDR, and EDR tools
o Preferred Certifications
CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA
o Understand and consistently act in accordance with the company core values.
o Understanding and embracement of accountability, ownership, and customer experience concepts.
o Understanding of basic best-practice security processes.
o Ability to document all activity in detail and an appreciation of the importance of quality documentation.
o Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively meet deadlines.
o Excellent time management/organization skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and accurately document activity.
o Demonstrated logical troubleshooting methodology.
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to adapt to different audiences as required.
o Able to explain technical concepts in clear and understandable “human” language.
o Self-motivated with the ability to function autonomously with minimal supervision.
o Strong customer service mentality.
o Strong team player with the ability to collaborate with staff of differing skillsets and personalities.
o Exposure to Core MSP Tools is a Plus:
Datto Autotask (PSA), Datto AEM (RMM), and IT Glue
About the Company
Prestige Staffing is an award-winning, nationally recognized leader in professional staff augmentation serving local IT, Healthcare, and Accounting & Finance clients as well as USA Contingent Workforce Programs. Our clients range from small entrepreneurial enterprises to Fortune 500 companies looking to hire the best contract and full-time talent quickly. Since 1999, Prestige Staffing has expanded from a small, locally-based business to become a national entity with offices in Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, New...
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