Cybersecurity Incident Response Engineer

Job Details

Experienced

Reading PA - West Lawn, PA

Stamford CT - Stamford, CT

Full Time

$80000.00 - $110000.00 Salary/year

Description

Position: Cybersecurity Incident Response Engineer

Reports To: Manager of Security & Technology

Division: SOC

FSLA: Exempt

Office Designation: Hybrid Full-time

Office Location: Reading, PA or Stamford, CT

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:00AM–5:00PM On-call one week/month for P1 escalation of SOC alerts

Travel: Minimal

Position Overview

We’re seeking a Cybersecurity Incident Response Engineer to join our team supporting Managed Service Provider (MSP) clients. This is a hands-on, high-impact role focused on detecting, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity threats in real time. If you thrive in high-pressure environments, love digging into forensic data, and have a proactive mindset toward stopping cybercriminals in their tracks, this role is for you.

You'll be part of a collaborative security team that monitors, protects, and enhances security postures across diverse environments. You’ll serve as the front line of defense, leading incident response efforts and contributing to continuous improvement in threat detection and remediation.

Key Responsibilities

Incident Response & Threat Detection

Lead incident investigations, including evidence collection, root cause analysis, and impact assessments.

Develop and execute playbooks for responding to security incidents, minimizing response time and business disruption.

Monitor SIEM and endpoint detection tools for anomalous behavior and escalate potential threats.

Perform threat hunting to proactively identify risks and mitigate them before they escalate.

Security Operations & Engineering

Configure and manage cybersecurity tools including firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR, MDR

Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate with stakeholders to close security gaps.

Design and implement alerting infrastructure and detection logic for timely threat identification.

Strategic Security Initiatives

Develop and maintain security policies, incident response protocols, and disaster recovery plans.

Stay informed on current and emerging threats, applying threat intelligence to strengthen defenses.

Provide security awareness training to technical teams and end users to build a security-first culture.

Collaboration & Leadership

Work closely with internal Omega teams and external clients to deliver best-in-class security services.

Contribute to cross-functional security projects, audits, and compliance initiatives.

May be asked to support additional projects or responsibilities as needed.

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience in IT or security operations, preferably in a multi-client (MSP) environment.

Strong understanding of incident response frameworks and digital forensics.

Hands-on experience with tools such as SIEM, EDR, MDR

Experience with vulnerability scanning and penetration testing tools.

Familiarity with network security architecture, including segmentation, VPNs, and secure protocols.

Ability to communicate technical findings effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Comfortable with scripting or automation for response processes is a plus.

Preferred Skills & Experience

Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, GCIH, or similar.

Experience with cloud security monitoring (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Familiarity with compliance frameworks like NIST, or CIS Controls

Practical experience with forensic tools and methodologies.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office setting and routinely uses standard IT equipment such as computers and phones. Occasionally, on-call support for scheduled maintenance is required.

Benefits

Heath Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision

401(K) plus employer match

Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Employee Assistance Program

Additional ancillary benefits to select from

Paid Time Off, Paid Company Holidays, Floating Holiday and your Birthday is a Holiday

EEO STATEMENT

The Company's policy provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Omega Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race including hair texture and natural hair styles), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and religious grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including transgender identity, status and transitioning), gender expression and sex stereotyping, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information (including genetic information), family care or medical leave status, military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, enrollment in a public assistance program, engaging in protected communications regarding employee wages, requesting a reasonable accommodation on the basis of disability or bona fide religious belief or practice, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws. Applicants, as well as employees who are or have become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. The Company shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.