Information Security Engineer 2

Job Title: Information Security Engineer II
Location: Chandler, AZ (2600 S Price Rd) - preference, RTM is there
Phoenix, AZ (Rose Garden)/ Minneapolis, MN/ West Des Moines, IA/ Dallas, TX/ Charlotte, NC

Description:
In this contingent resource assignment, you will participate in low to moderately complex initiatives within Information Security Engineering and identify opportunities for process improvements. You will review and analyze basic to tactical security engineering challenges that require research, evaluation, and selection of alternatives related to low-to-medium risk deliverables.

You will present recommendations to resolve issues, exercise independent judgment, and build your understanding of security functions, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements. The role also involves providing support and information to client personnel within Information Security Engineering.

Role Overview:
This role focuses on supporting core security engineering functions including vulnerability management, system hardening, IAM fundamentals, and monitoring support. The engineer will work in a process-driven environment, handling security tasks, documenting findings, and collaborating with IT teams to improve security posture and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in security engineering initiatives and identify process improvement opportunities
• Review and analyze security assignments, providing recommendations for resolution
• Support vulnerability management processes: validation, prioritization, remediation coordination, and exception documentation
• Apply secure configuration and system hardening practices across Windows and Linux environments
• Support IAM fundamentals including least privilege, MFA, and account lifecycle processes
• Assist with logging and monitoring activities, including log analysis and basic SIEM alert triage
• Maintain strong documentation and ticket management discipline (JIRA/Confluence)
• Collaborate with internal teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Information Security Engineering experience or equivalent (work, consulting, training, military, or education)
• Knowledge of secure configuration and system hardening (Windows/Linux)
• Basic networking fundamentals
• Experience with vulnerability management processes
• Understanding of IAM fundamentals (least privilege, MFA, account lifecycle)
• Familiarity with logging/monitoring concepts and SIEM basics
• Strong documentation, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a structured, process-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Scripting experience (PowerShell, Python) for automation and reporting
• Cloud security fundamentals (AWS, Azure, or GCP) or virtualization knowledge
• Familiarity with security tools (EDR, SIEM, vulnerability scanners)
• Understanding of security frameworks (CIS Controls, NIST, etc.)
• Process improvement mindset and ability to recommend efficiencies

Additional Details:

• Request Type: Contract US
• Labor Category: IT United States
• Duration: 26 weeks
• Reason for Contractor: Back-fill existing headcount