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Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$113K - $155K/yr

Mentor junior security engineers and provide technical leadership Mandatory Skills * Minimum 3-4 years of experience securing cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform ...

Network Security Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Mentor junior security engineers and contribute to the overall growth and development of the network security team Requirements * 5+ years of experience in network security engineering, with ...

IT Security Engineer SR

Goodlettsville, TN · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

This role drives layered security integration, mentors junior team members, and utilizes tools such ... Mentor junior security engineers, fostering critical thinking and hands-on problem-solving skills ...

Participate in knowledge transfer to junior Security Engineers. * Create and maintain Security Engineering standard-type procedures and documentation. * Assist with strategic direction of the ...

Manage security‑related projects from start to finish; mentor junior security engineers to enhance their skills. * Monitor network traffic and security alerts for potential threats across multiple ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior security engineer in the United States is $71,799.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a junior security engineer do?

A Junior Security Engineer assists in protecting an organization's systems and data from security threats. They help monitor networks, identify vulnerabilities, and implement security measures under the guidance of senior engineers. Their tasks may include security assessments, incident response, and maintaining security tools. Strong analytical skills, knowledge of cybersecurity principles, and familiarity with common security frameworks are essential. This role provides hands-on experience and a pathway to more senior cybersecurity positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a junior security engineer?

To thrive as a Junior Security Engineer, you should possess a foundational understanding of network security, vulnerability assessment, and incident response, often supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, SIEM platforms, and certifications like CompTIA Security+ or CEH is highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with teams and convey technical information clearly. These competencies are essential for identifying threats, supporting senior staff, and maintaining the overall security posture of an organization.

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Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Dallas, TX • On-site

Tek Ninjas
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees

$113K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Engineer with 10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise security operations, security architecture, threat management, and cloud security. The ideal candidate will play a key role in protecting enterprise infrastructure, applications, networks, and cloud platforms from cyber threats while ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage enterprise cybersecurity solutions and security controls
  • Monitor, detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents and threats
  • Lead vulnerability assessments, penetration testing coordination, and remediation activities
  • Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures
  • Implement and manage SIEM, EDR/XDR, IDS/IPS, DLP, and endpoint security solutions
  • Secure enterprise cloud environments including AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • Configure and maintain IAM, MFA, encryption, and Zero Trust security frameworks
  • Conduct threat hunting and analyze security events using SIEM platforms
  • Collaborate with infrastructure, network, DevOps, and application teams to implement security best practices
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and CIS benchmarks
  • Support disaster recovery, business continuity, and incident response planning
  • Mentor junior security engineers and provide technical leadership

Mandatory Skills

  • Minimum 3-4 years of experience securing cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Mandatory experience in Cloud Security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
  • Experience implementing cloud-native security controls and best practices
  • Strong understanding of IAM (Identity and Access Management), Cloud network security, Security groups, VPCs/VNETs, and firewall configurations, Encryption and key management, Cloud logging and monitoring.
  • Experience with cloud security tools such as AWS Security Hub or AWS GuardDuty, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel / Microsoft Sentinel, Prisma Cloud, Wiz.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience in SOC environments and incident response teams.
  • Experience with enterprise cloud migration security.
  • Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework and threat intelligence platforms.
  • Experience supporting global or multi-region infrastructures.
  • Prior leadership or team management experience preferred.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field.
  • Master’s degree preferred.

Preferred Certifications

  • AWS Certified Security/Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate/Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
  • CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional)

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About TEK NINJAS

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Since 2015, Tek Ninjas has been connecting technical professionals with employers seeking talent for contract and contract-to hire, direct placements, and a variety of IT solutions. Whether you are a professional looking for a great job, or a hiring manager looking for exceptional talent, our team is here to help. 

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Carrollton, TX, US

Year founded

2015

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