Remote Information Security Engineer, Contract

Description:

• 66degrees is seeking an Information Security Analyst for a 12-month remote assignment with potential for full-time conversion in the insurance domain.
• The role involves managing multiple aspects of information security operations, response, and engineering.
• Responsibilities include incident response, playbook development and execution, operational engineering, and tooling maintenance.
• The analyst will collaborate closely with IT teams to design and support effective Information Security Operations.
• Key tasks include evaluating vulnerability analysis, contributing to root-cause analysis for security incidents, and assisting in the configuration of new applications for security operations.
• The position also involves supporting the Information Security Governance & Compliance team during risk assessments and audits.
• The analyst will engage with peers on security operations functions and contribute to continuous improvement efforts in information security tooling and systems.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in technology or applicable experience is required.
• Related certifications such as GSEC, CISSP, GIAC, or AWS are preferred.
• Candidates must have 6+ years of experience in information security operations across multiple roles.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure) and O365 services is a must.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in security incident response and operations is required.
• Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in defining and refining operational processes.
• Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, WAF, SEIM, and SOAR technologies is necessary.
• Experience managing Active Directory / MS Entra ID and familiarity with SOAR is required.
• Proficiency in KQL and SPL or other Query Languages, as well as scripting languages like PowerShell and Python, is essential.
• Knowledge of information security standards and regulatory requirements such as ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, SOC2, PCI, and SOX is required.
• Candidates must possess strong prioritization, decision-making, critical thinking, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.

Benefits:

• The position offers the opportunity to work remotely, providing flexibility in work location.
• There is potential for conversion to a full-time role after the contract period.
• Employees will gain experience working with leading brands in the insurance domain.
• The role provides opportunities for professional growth and development in the field of information security.
• 66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer, ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace.