Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
WFH Flexible San Diego, CA IT
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Our ideal candidate is excited to become a part of a talented, fast-growing team and must display these three top (required) skills:

  1. Security Engineering mindset - solution design, log integration and use-case engineering, automation or scripting or leverage Agentic AI.
  2. Hands on experience in detection and incident response across channels – SIEM, EDR, Firewall etc. and support day to day SOC operations.
  3. Support in PCI Audit requirements like Firewall reviews, Content security posture etc.


Overview

Vervent is seeking a full-time Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join our growing information security team. To ensure success, the senior cybersecurity engineer must display an excellent understanding of technology infrastructure including firewalls, VPN, DLP, IDS/IPS, web proxy, and SIEM. Top candidates will be comfortable working with a variety of technologies, security problems, and leading projects.

Why Vervent? Company Perks:

  • Medical, FSA & HSA, Dental, Vision + More!
  • 401k - 100% vested once you start contributing. Generous company match!
  • Regular employee health, wellness & engagement activities!
  • Pet Insurance, because fur babies are important to us too!
  • Beautiful local offices with on-site/hybrid options


About Vervent:

As a fintech leader, Vervent sets the global standard for outperformance by delivering superior expertise, future-built technology, and meaningful services. We support our industry-leading partners with primary strategic services and our goal is to empower companies to accelerate business, drive compliance, and maximize service. To learn more, please visit Vervent.com.


If you’re interested in reviewing the full job description, continue reading below…


Primary Responsibilities

  • Primary responsibility for security solution design and engineering.
  • Execute and assist in further development of the company’s vulnerability management program.
  • Perform vulnerability scans, network penetration tests, web application testing, threat analysis, wireless network analysis, and social engineering assessments.
  • Perform security assessments of new and existing systems.
  • Serve as a key team member on the Incident Response Team.
  • Perform threat hunting across the enterprise.
  • Performed end to end security monitoring, second level triage and incident response using enterprise tools across various channels like - SIEM, EDR, Email gateway, Firewall rules, Global CDN (content delivery Network) etc.
  • Support day to day SOC operations, including second level incident triage, investigation, threat detection and response.
  • Propose changes to policy and procedures as needed.
  • Develop comprehensive and accurate reports and presentations for both technical and executive audiences.
  • Assist in the technical preparation and support of Payment Card Industry (PCI) and Standard Operating Control (SOC) audits.
  • Participate in third party information security reviews.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams to strengthen overall enterprise security posture.
  • Develop scripts and methodologies to enhance security operations.
  • Other duties as assigned.


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Requirements

Position Requirements:

  • 5-10 years of cybersecurity experience including strong experience with modern SIEM, threat hunting and EDR tools.
  • Solid understanding of threat detection, malware behavior, and incident response methodologies.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, CIS, ISO 27001 etc.).
  • Scripting/automation experience desired (Python, PowerShell, Json, Agentic AI).
  • One or more information security certifications strongly desired (from SANS/GIAC, ISC2, EC- Council, etc.).
  • Ongoing awareness of cybersecurity trends and industry best practices.
  • Strong attention to detail with an analytical mind.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Outstanding problem-solving skills.
  • Hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools commonly used in network defense, performing security assessments, and for general security operations.
  • Strong knowledge of common attack techniques.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Additional Vervent Details:

  • Founded in 1986, purchased by current CEO, David Johnson, in 2008
  • Privately owned by Stone Point Capital, Vervent Management and other passive investors
  • 1,500 Employees
  • Lines of Business: Primary Servicing – Loan, Credit Card, and Lease Servicing
  • Capital Markets Services – Backup Servicing, Verifications, Structured Settlements, eVault, etc.
  • Credit Card Programs – Fully-Managed Credit Card Programs (secured and unsecured), Managed Card Services, Application Processing
  • Clients include consumer and small business “marketplace” lenders, finance companies, leasing companies, insurance companies, captive finance companies, alternative capital providers, consumers and banks

To learn more, please visit Vervent.com.


Physical Requirements

The work is of an intellectual nature. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is required to stand and sit for prolonged periods. Specific vision abilities required include close and medium distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to hear normal sounds, distinguish sound as voice and communicate through human speech. This position requires the ability to operate a keyboard, computer mouse, telephone, fax, copier, writing tools, and other standard office equipment. On an occasion, an employee will be asked to lift items weighing up to 35 lbs.


Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary:

$124,500.00 - $166,000.00 per year