Metropolis

Security Engineer II

Metropolis$105K — $150K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years experience in cybersecurity or security operations
  • Experience in investigating security incidents and responding to alerts
  • Administer enterprise security technologies
  • Solid knowledge of endpoint, network, and cloud security
  • Familiarity with scripting or automation, preferably in PowerShell or Python
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts across platforms
  • Enhance threat detection through alert tuning and proactive threat hunting
  • Conduct forensic evidence collection and collaborate with external providers
  • Administer and maintain enterprise security technologies and integrations
  • Troubleshoot platform issues and act as an escalation point
  • Support vulnerability management and patch management
  • Secure cloud environments and implement cloud security controls

Benefits

  • 4 days in office to enhance collaboration and culture
  • Access to healthcare benefits and 401(k) plan
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Lucrative stock option and bonus plans
Full Job Description
Who you are

Metropolis is seeking a Security Engineer II to join our Information Security team and protect company systems, data, and users. You are a hands-on security practitioner who thrives on solving complex challenges and driving detection, response, automation, and engineering initiatives. Partnering closely with IT, Engineering, GRC, and business stakeholders, you will report directly to the Senior Manager, Security Operations. Within your first year, you will become a primary operator for core security platforms, independently manage incidents, and improve our overall security posture.
What you'll do
  • Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts and incidents across multiple platforms
  • Improve threat detection capabilities through alert tuning, rule creation, and proactive threat hunting
  • Conduct forensic evidence collection and collaborate with external MDR providers
  • Administer, configure, and maintain enterprise security technologies and infrastructure integrations
  • Troubleshoot platform issues and serve as an operational escalation point
  • Support the vulnerability management program through identification, prioritization, and patch management
  • Support identity and access management initiatives, SSO integrations, and access investigations
  • Secure cloud environments, monitor findings, and implement cloud security controls
  • Develop scripts and API integrations to automate workflows and improve efficiency
  • Partner with the GRC team to provide technical support and documentation for audits
What we're looking for
  • 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security operations, systems administration, or a related field
  • Experience investigating security incidents and responding to security alerts
  • Experience administering core enterprise security technologies
  • Demonstrate understanding of endpoint, network, identity, vulnerability, incident, and cloud security
  • Experience with Windows, macOS, and cloud-based environments
  • Ability to analyze logs and security telemetry across multiple systems
  • Experience with scripting or automation using PowerShell, Python, or similar languages
  • Possess strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
While not required, these are a plus:
  • Experience with CrowdStrike, Trend Micro, Proofpoint, Qualys, JumpCloud, AWS, Atlassian, KnowBe4, or Automox
  • Experience supporting PCI DSS, SOC 2, or other compliance frameworks
  • Experience with threat hunting, detection engineering, or security automation
  • Experience with cloud security in AWS environments
  • Industry certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, CISSP, or equivalent

4 Days in Office: Metropolis values in-person collaboration to drive innovation, strengthen culture, and enhance the Member experience. Our corporate team members hold to our office-first model, which requires employees to be on-site at least four days a week, fostering organic interactions that spark creativity and connection

When you join Metropolis, you'll join a team of world-class product leaders and engineers, building an ecosystem of technologies at the intersection of parking, mobility, and real estate. Our goal is to build an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and the best idea wins. You will play a key role in building and maintaining this culture as our organization grows. The anticipated base salary for this position is $105,000.00 USD to $150,000.00 USD annually. The actual base salary offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Base salary is one component of Metropolis's total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more. #LI-AR1 #LI-Onsite

About Metropolis

Metropolis is an architecture and construction firm that specializes in sustainable design and building practices. The company's projects include commercial, residential, and institutional buildings, as well as urban planning and development. Metropolis is committed to using environmentally responsible materials and methods in its projects, and has won numerous awards for its work. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about Metropolis
Size
100 employees
Industry
Net Income
$1 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$5 million

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