Piper Companies

Security Engineer II - 173472

Piper Companies$115K — $125K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-5 years of cybersecurity experience, with at least 2 years in SOC operations or incident response
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, and forensic tools, including Splunk, CrowdStrike, and Wireshark
  • Strong knowledge of incident response methodologies and log analysis
  • Familiarity with adversary tactics, including MITRE ATT&CK and NIST frameworks
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience

Responsibilities

  • Investigating and responding to cybersecurity incidents such as phishing and ransomware
  • Performing detailed analysis of logs and forensic data to determine incident scope and impact
  • Escalating high-severity incidents to senior staff with clear documentation
  • Assisting with containment and recovery efforts during incidents
  • Contributing to the creation and enhancement of SOC procedures and playbooks

Benefits

  • Robust PTO and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401K plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Sick leave per legal requirements
Full Job Description
Engineer II - Cyber Incident Response to support a company focused on enterprise cybersecurity operations and threat defense within a fast-paced, global environment. This position is hybrid in Philadelphia, PA. The Engineer II - Cyber Incident Response will serve as a key member of the Security Operations Center (SOC), responsible for detecting, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity incidents while strengthening overall incident response capabilities. This role plays a critical part in protecting the organization's digital assets and minimizing business impact from cyber threats.

Responsibilities for the Engineer II - Cyber Incident Response include:
  • Investigating and responding to cybersecurity incidents such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and unauthorized access attempts
  • Performing in-depth analysis of logs, alerts, and forensic data to determine incident scope, root cause, and impact
  • Escalating high-severity or complex incidents to senior engineering staff with clear documentation and supporting evidence
  • Assisting with containment, eradication, and recovery efforts during active incident response activities
  • Contributing to the development and improvement of SOC playbooks, runbooks, and standard operating procedures


Required Qualifications for the Engineer II - Cyber Incident Response include:
  • 2-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years in SOC operations or incident response
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, and forensic tools such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, and Wireshark
  • Strong understanding of incident response methodologies, log analysis, and adversary tactics, including familiarity with NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, and ISO 27035
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience


Compensation for the Engineer II - Cyber Incident Response include:
  • Salary Range: $115,000-125,000 depending on experience
  • Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law


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About Piper Companies

Piper Companies is a staffing and recruiting firm based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. It provides staffing solutions for a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance. The company was founded in 2011 and has since grown to become a leading provider of staffing services in the Philadelphia area. Piper Companies is committed to providing high-quality service to its clients and candidates, and has a strong focus on building long-term relationships. The company is also known for its corporate social responsibility initiatives, including support for local charities and community organizations.
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