Sr. Security Engineer

Atlanta, Georgia

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Hybrid, Onsite

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Contract

|Job ID 71311|Posted Aug 12, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our team as a Sr. Security Engineer where you'll play a pivotal role in safeguarding our information systems and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a mix of in-office and remote work.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive security assessments of new tools, applications, and systems to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
  • Provide expert guidance and technical leadership to team members, enhancing overall security knowledge and practices.
  • Collaborate with solution architects to design IT processes and implement technical controls that align with information security standards.
  • Document findings and recommendations in detailed reports, contributing to continuous improvement of security protocols.

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or a related technology field.
  • 7-10 years of relevant experience in information security.
  • Strong communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Preferred Skills

  • Information security certifications such as CISSP, GSEC, CRISC, CISM, or CISA.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard security frameworks like NIST and CIS Critical Security Controls.
  • Experience in conducting audits, risk assessments, and remediation management.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our culture. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.