Job Description

Position Title: Security Operations Engineer

Location: New York City

Reports To: VP, Infrastructure Security Manager

Date: February 2025

About the Company:

A leading investment firm specializing in various asset classes, including private and structured credit, distressed investments, and real estate. The firm operates in both the U.S. and Europe, managing multi-billion-dollar portfolios for institutional clients. With a global presence, it has offices in key financial hubs worldwide.

Role Overview:

The Security Operations Engineer will play a crucial role in safeguarding the firm's digital infrastructure by proactively identifying vulnerabilities, managing security threats, and responding to incidents. This role requires collaboration across IT and security teams to enhance overall cybersecurity posture, ensuring robust defense mechanisms against evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security architecture reviews.
• Design and implement monitoring tools to detect and analyze potential threats.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure security effectiveness.
• Lead incident response efforts, including threat detection, investigation, containment, and remediation.
• Develop and manage vulnerability management processes covering asset classification, risk prioritization, remediation tracking, and exception handling.
• Maintain detailed security documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Enhance security monitoring capabilities through alert tuning and automation.
• Oversee mobile device security and implement security configurations.
• Work with IT teams on patch management and security hardening initiatives.
• Lead or contribute to security projects aimed at strengthening enterprise security measures.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for security incident response.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in security operations, threat management, or vulnerability management.
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks and security best practices.
• Experience responding to security incidents in complex enterprise environments.
• Deep understanding of cyber threats, attack techniques, and mitigation strategies.
• Proficiency in security metrics and executive reporting.
• Strong technical writing skills for documentation and process development.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills under pressure.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Technical Requirements:

• Expertise in vulnerability management platforms and SIEM tools.
• Knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO).
• Proficiency in vulnerability assessment tools and methodologies.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms.
• Strong scripting abilities (PowerShell, Bash, Python) for security automation.
• Hands-on experience with cloud security (Azure, AWS, or similar).
• Experience with ITIL-based ticketing systems (ServiceNow preferred).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with security automation tools.
• Background in security operations within regulated industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, GCIH, GCIA, CEH, OSCP).
• Active participation in cybersecurity communities.

Compensation:

• Base salary range: $125,000 – $145,000 per year, subject to experience and market factors.
• Eligibility for discretionary performance-based bonuses.

Work Arrangement:

• Hybrid role: three days in-office, two remote (Monday and Friday).
• Office located in Midtown

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The company values diverse perspectives and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can thrive.

The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

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