Cyber Security Engineer

Artera

Atlanta, Georgia

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Access Control, Apple Macs, Architectural Services, Automation, Bash Scripting, Benchmarking, Business Operations, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Security, Construction, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Endpoint Security, Enterprise Protection, GIAC - Global Information Assurance Certification, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Incident Management, Incident Response, Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Leadership, Linux Operating System, Machine Tool, Mentoring, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows System Administration, Network Configuration Management, Network Protocols, Network Security, Operations Management, Operations Security (OPSEC), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Architecture, Security Attacks, Security Design, Software Development, Splunk, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Technical Analysis, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Windows PowerShell

LOCATION

Atlanta, Georgia

POSTED

7 days ago

Job Location: This position is based onsite in Atlanta, GA. Candidates must be located in the Atlanta metro area and be able to commute to the Artera office. Relocation assistance is not offered.

Job Summary: The Cyber Security Engineer is a key member of the IT Security team, responsible for day-to-day security operations, security tooling management, and advancing Artera's cybersecurity maturity across cloud and on‑premises environments. This role monitors and responds to internal and external security threats, performs in‑depth technical analysis, and leads remediation efforts to restore and maintain secure business operations. This position plays a critical role in reducing risk to the organization and our customers by safeguarding Artera's systems, applications, and data.

Major Job Responsibilities:

Security Architecture & Design

Lead architecting and implementing cybersecurity solutions across cloud and on-premises environments
Maintain secure configurations for systems, networks, and applications in alignment with industry standards (CIS Benchmarks, NIST, ISO 27001)
Conduct security architecture reviews and risk assessments of third-party systems and applications
Support the development and enforcement of enterprise security policies, standards, and access controls

Security Operations & Incident Management

Coordinate security operations efforts with IT Operations to remediate vulnerabilities and reduce operational risk
Lead technical investigation and response for high‑severity security incidents, including alerts from Microsoft Defender, Microsoft 365 Security Center, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (CAS)
Participate in incident response lifecycle activities, including containment, eradication, recovery, and post‑incident reviews
Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies to continuously evolve defense mechanisms

Engineering & Automation

Engineer, deploy, and maintain security tooling and endpoint protection platforms
Develop and automate processes for vulnerability detection, remediation, and compliance reporting, leveraging Microsoft security solutions and other enterprise tools
Partner with IT and DevOps teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC), and application development workflows

Documentation, Governance & Mentorship

Create and maintain technical documentation, architectural diagrams, and incident response playbooks
Contribute to security governance initiatives, audits, and risk assessments as needed
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior analysts or engineers

Basic Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, security operations, or infrastructure security
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field preferred, or equivalent practical experience
Industry certifications such as Security certifications (AZ‑500, SC‑200, CISSP, GIAC, etc.)
Ability to lead incident response and communicate effectively during high‑severity events
Strong understanding of security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001)
Expertise in endpoint security tools, vulnerability management systems (e.g., Qualys, Tenable), and SIEMs (e.g., Sentinel, Splunk)
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, or Bash) for automation
Solid understanding of network protocols, security controls, and secure system administration (Windows/Linux/Mac)
Experience in the utility and/or construction industry is preferred
Experience with a complex, multi-entity organization is preferred
Must be based in the Atlanta metro-area and able to commute onsite

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time

Artera Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, nor any other status of classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Artera

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