Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering

Nesco Resource ·nescoresource.com

Location Remote, CA
Work type Remote
Salary CAD 70 - 80 / hour
Type Full time
Level Senior
Source Shazamme
Information Technology 26-14299
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Duration of Project: 7 months with possible extension

Location/Address:
This resource will work Remotely however, there is expectation that the selected candidate will visit a client location at start of the engagement and then quarterly for collaboration purposes. Client HQ is in Salinas, CA.

Travel:
Yes, the selected candidate will be expected to travel at the start of the engagement (likely west coast) and then quarterly for meetings (est 3-5 trips).

Position Overview
We are seeking a polished Senior Security Engineer to join our Platform Engineering group. In this critical role, you will bridge security strategy and technical implementation, developing automations for security technologies while ensuring vCISO directives are effectively translated and codified across client platforms.

Key Responsibilities
Design and develop automations for security technologies deployed throughout the client environment, including NGFW, SASE/SSE, and EDR solutions
Collaborate with vCISO to translate security policies into platform-specific configurations and code
Ensure security policies are consistently applied and maintained across all client infrastructure
Support the Platform Engineering group in integrating security best practices into automation workflows
Provide technical expertise in identity services and emerging security technologies
Required Qualifications
Proven expertise in modern security technologies: NGFW, SASE/SSE, EDR, and identity services
Strong background in security automation and infrastructure-as-code practices
Ability to translate high-level security policies into technical implementations
Experience working within platform engineering or DevSecOps environments
Excellent communication skills to work across security and engineering teams
What We're Looking For
A polished professional who combines deep security technology knowledge with automation development skills and the ability to align technical solutions with strategic security governance.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Who is hiring for the Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering role?
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Where is the Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering job located?
The Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering role with Nesco Resource is based in CA. The role is remote-friendly.
Is the Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering role remote?
Yes — the Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering position at Nesco Resource is remote. Candidates based in CA are preferred.
What does the Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering role pay?
Nesco Resource lists the Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering role at CAD 70–80 per hour.
Is the Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Nesco Resource.
What experience level is the Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering role?
The Senior Security Engineer - Platform Engineering position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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