PDS · 9 hours ago
Senior Information Security Engineer
Scottsdale, AZ
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expPDS is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to strengthen enterprise-level cybersecurity operations and proactively defend against evolving threats. This role focuses on threat hunting, advanced detection engineering, and incident response across complex hybrid environments.
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Responsibilities
Lead proactive threat hunting using SIEM tools (Splunk) and advanced analytics
Operate and optimize security technologies including IDS/IPS, EDR, reverse proxies, and vulnerability management tools
Develop custom detection rules, enhance monitoring capabilities, and integrate threat intelligence
Execute incident response activities with clear communication to executives and cross‑functional teams
Build automated security workflows and scripts to streamline detection and response
Analyze network traffic, logs, and anomalies to identify sophisticated attack patterns
Support security governance efforts including policies, standards, and awareness programs
Qualification
Required
5+ years of IT and hands‑on enterprise security engineering experience
3+ years of threat hunting experience with Splunk or similar SIEM platforms
Expertise in network security, secure coding, threat modeling, authentication, cryptography, and penetration testing
Strong technical communication skills with experience briefing leadership during incidents
Ability to operate effectively in high‑pressure environments and collaborate across teams
Preferred
Experience with scripting/programming (Python, Ruby, Java, JSON, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP and enterprise security protocols
Security certifications such as GIAC, GSEC, GCED, or CISSP
Company
PDS
PDS is one of the leading Aerospace, Information Technology (IT) & Engineering consulting firms in the Western United States.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Thomas Sweetman
President & Chief Executive Officer
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