CIS Engineer - Data Retention & Protection

Brooklyn, Ohio

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Remote

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Contract

|Job ID 71883|Posted Oct 1, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our dynamic team as an Information Security Engineer, where you'll play a vital role in safeguarding data and advancing security initiatives. This position offers flexibility with remote options and the potential for temp-to-hire for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain data classifiers to ensure robust data security and compliance.
  • Manage and administer security software tools to protect systems effectively.
  • Lead security engineering projects to enhance the organization's security posture.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
  • Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate security measures across operations.

Skills

  • Proven experience in information security, focusing on data classification and software administration.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Security, particularly in Azure environments.
  • Expertise in data engineering and infrastructure engineering.
  • Ability to conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Preferred Skills

  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP or CISM.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe in equity and inclusion as fundamental principles in our hiring process.

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.