Cybersecurity Engineer Job at Robert Half (San Diego)

Cybersecurity Engineer

Robert Half

Location:
United States , San Diego

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Under general direction, the Cybersecurity Engineer performs complex and varied work related to the planning, implementation, and ongoing support of cybersecurity measures across enterprise systems and networks. This role partners closely with IT infrastructure, systems administration, and application teams to identify security requirements, assess risk, and implement effective security solutions to protect organizational data and systems. The position plays a key role in developing, maintaining, and continuously improving a comprehensive security framework spanning software, hardware, processes, and user awareness.

Job Responsibility:

Design, implement, and maintain security architectures and controls across cloud, infrastructure, platform, and application environments
Deploy and manage security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, VPNs, encryption, and secure access solutions
Perform vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, security scans, and risk assessments
Develop and execute remediation strategies, including patch and vulnerability management
Monitor security systems, logs, and alerts
respond to incidents and conduct forensic investigations as needed
Automate security monitoring, testing, and remediation workflows
Analyze threat intelligence and adapt security controls to address emerging risks
Maintain and update incident response and disaster recovery plans
coordinate and participate in annual testing
Ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity regulations, standards, and best practices
Produce clear security documentation, reports, and executive-level risk summaries
Collaborate closely with IT, Help Desk, and application development teams to embed security across the environment
Support security awareness and training initiatives for staff
Serve as a technical security subject matter expert on internal and external initiatives
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

Strong understanding of enterprise IT operations and cybersecurity principles
Proficiency in network security concepts, architectures, and protocols
Hands-on experience with cloud security platforms (AWS and/or Azure)
Experience securing Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile operating systems
Knowledge of security tools such as SIEM, vulnerability scanners, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and encryption technologies
Familiarity with incident response processes and forensic investigations
Understanding of cybersecurity regulatory and compliance requirements
Experience developing and maintaining security policies, procedures, and documentation
Ability to work cross-functionally with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States

What we offer:

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training
Access to top jobs
Competitive compensation

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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