Acrisure · 8 hours ago
Security Incident Response Engineer
Acrisure is a global fintech leader that empowers businesses with customized solutions. They are seeking a Security Incident Response Engineer to support their security operations, focusing on endpoint detection and response management and incident response activities.
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Responsibilities
Detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents detected by EDR, SIEM, and Cloud Security tooling as well as MDR service providers
Lead or participate in investigation and containment efforts for both endpoint and identity related security threats
Develop and implement strategies to remove the root cause of the incident
Conduct forensic data acquisition, log analysis, and root cause determination for endpoint incidents
Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and runbooks specific to EDR technologies
Analyze security alerts and anomalies to determine if they represent actual security incidents
Oversee deployment, configuration, and ongoing management of EDR on endpoints for comprehensive coverage
Monitor and tune alerting rules/policies to reduce false positives and ensure accurate threat detection
Maintain compliance measures by enforcing configuration to organizational standards
Provide training on EDR usage to incident response teams and end-users
Review security alerts, correlate event data, and identify risks to endpoints
Maintain integration of EDR tools with SIEM and other security solutions
Regularly review and update endpoint security policies based on threat intelligence and incident learnings
Qualification
Required
Proficiency with leading Endpoint Detection and Response platforms (SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, or other toolsets)
Strong experience with incident response, digital forensics, and threat hunting on endpoints
Knowledge of endpoint operating systems (Windows, macOS, and Linux)
Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) for automation and log parsing
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work in high-pressure situations
Effective verbal and written communication abilities
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities
Ability to work independently and within a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 3 years of progressive information security experience
At least 1-3 years focused on incident response, including hands-on EDR work
Expertise in Infrastructure Security: In-depth understanding of infrastructure security, including Windows, Active Directory, Unix/Linux, Mobile Security, and Privileged Access Management
Preferred
Experience with Microsoft M365 security including Entra ID, Microsoft Defender for M365, and other toolsets is a plus
Relevant certifications (one or more preferred): GCFA, GCIH, CHFI, CySA+, or similar
Benefits
Comprehensive medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Fertility benefits
Wellness resources
Paid sick time
Generous paid time off and holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Complimentary Calm app subscription
Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
Commuter benefits
Employee discount programs
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents)
Legal plan options
Pet insurance coverage
Company
Acrisure
Acrisure offers financial services solutions for insurance, reinsurance, real estate, cyber services, and asset and wealth management.
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$11.37BKey Investors
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2025-06-06Debt Financing· $550M
2025-05-20Private Equity· $2.1B
2024-06-05Debt Financing· $1.6B
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