Lead Security Engineer

Join to apply for the Lead Security Engineer role at Motion Recruitment3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Lead Security Engineer role at Motion RecruitmentA Boston-based public sector agency is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer for a contract-to-hire position. This opportunity is well-suited for a hands-on security professional eager to protect critical infrastructure and protect sensitive data across multiple this role, you’ll play a key part in cybersecurity operations, covering everything from active threat monitoring and incident response to long-term system hardening and risk reduction. You will also partner with IT leadership to ensure security initiatives align with organizational priorities. Occasional after-hours support may be required for urgent incidents or planned maintenance.Required Skills & Experience5+ years of experience with a cybersecurity focusBachelor’s degree in IT, engineering, or a related technical field-or equivalent certifications (CISSP, CEH, CISM).Practical experience with the following:SIEM tools and threat detection platforms (e.g., Splunk)Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection systemsRunning and interpreting vulnerability scansApplying security policies and access management controlsFamiliarity with frameworks such as NIST 800-61 and CIS Controls.Excellent communication and documentation skills.Desired Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience supporting security efforts in government or other regulated industries.Proficiency with networking equipment including switches, firewalls, routers, and wireless access points.Knowledge of secure onboarding/offboarding processes.Experience performing audits and developing risk mitigation strategies.What You’ll Be DoingTechnology Breakdown40% Network & Endpoint Security30% Incident Response & Threat Handling20% Compliance Reviews & Vulnerability Management10% Documentation & Strategic AlignmentDay-to-Day Tasks60% Security Engineering & System Configuration25% Real-Time Monitoring & Alert Response15% Collaborative Projects & ReportingPosted By: Sarah CarrollSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesStaffing and RecruitingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Motion Recruitment by 2xGet notified about new Lead Security Engineer jobs in Boston, MA.Senior Principal Systems Security Engineer (Program Protection / Anti-Tamper) - (On-site Marlborough, MA) P5Marlborough, MA $124,000.00-$250,000.00 1 week agoSenior Security Engineer II - S&P GlobalCambridge, MA $160,000.00-$190,000.00 3 days agoSecurity Engineering Manager, Security Analytics and AI ResearchBoston, MA $157,600.00-$272,400.00 5 days agoBoston, MA $111,260.00-$183,580.00 2 weeks agoCambridge, MA $136,000.00-$212,800.00 1 week agoCambridge, MA $160,000.00-$190,000.00 4 days agoBoston, MA $86,490.00-$122,163.75 22 hours agoCambridge, MA $160,000.00-$190,000.00 4 days agoPrincipal Security Engineer, Amazon | Multiple Locations, USABoston, MA $146,600.00-$218,100.00 2 weeks agoSenior Staff Engineer, Offensive Security (REMOTE)Senior Security Engineer - Infrastructure and Cloud SecuritySecurity Engineer, Corporate Services SecurityBoston, MA $136,000.00-$212,800.00 2 weeks agoBurlington, MA $100,000.00-$160,000.00 5 days agoCambridge, MA $82,300.00-$205,750.00 1 week agoCambridge, MA $82,300.00-$205,750.00 6 days agoSenior Principal Systems Security Engineer (Program Protection / Anti-Tamper) - (On-site Tewksbury, MA) P5Tewksbury, MA $124,000.00-$250,000.00 1 week agoInformation Security Engineer III, Application and Cloud Security LeadWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17