Security Engineer
Role Overview
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain enterprise security solutions across on-premise and cloud environments.
- Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents and potential threats.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and support remediation efforts.
- Improve threat detection and security monitoring capabilities.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to embed security best practices.
- Support identity and access management initiatives.
- Develop security automation and tooling to improve operational efficiency.
- Participate in security architecture reviews and risk assessments.
Key Requirements
- Experience in Security Engineering, Cyber Security, Infrastructure Security, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
- Experience with network security principles, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network segmentation.
- Familiarity with cloud security concepts within AWS, Azure, or GCP environments.
- Experience with SIEM platforms and security monitoring tools.
- Knowledge of vulnerability management and incident response processes.
- Strong scripting or programming skills using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar technologies.
- Understanding of authentication, authorization, and identity management concepts.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Nice to Have
- Experience securing large-scale, low-latency, or highly available environments.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GSEC, GIAC, OSCP, Security+, or Azure/AWS Security certifications.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD security.
- Experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR) platforms.
- Exposure to regulatory or compliance frameworks within financial services.
Location & Work Setup
- Hong Kong
- Hybrid or office-based working environment
Why Join
- Opportunity to work within a highly sophisticated technology environment.
- Exposure to large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure.
- Collaborative culture with direct access to experienced engineers and technical leaders.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Strong focus on engineering excellence, innovation, and continuous learning.
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