Cyber Security Engineer

Our client is a growing organization in the energy industry seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to strengthen and expand its enterprise security program. The position offers a broad security focus with an emphasis on Identity & Access Management, incident response, cloud security, and Microsoft security technologies in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

POSITION TITLE: Cybersecurity Engineer

LOCATION: Midland, TX (Hybrid; monthly travel required)

SALARY: 125k - 145k

This is a contract to permanent role. Onsite is required once you are a permanent employee and relocation assistance is provided if needed. While on contract you can work remotely but must be able to travel onsite once a month. Travel will be paid for.

CANDIDATES MUST BE AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE US WITHOUT REQUIRING A SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and enhance Identity & Access Management solutions, including Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC, SSO, and Privileged Access Management (PAM).
• Lead cybersecurity incident response activities including threat detection, investigation, containment, remediation, and post-incident analysis.
• Administer and optimize SIEM, EDR, and XDR security platforms, including SentinelOne and Microsoft Defender technologies.
• Implement endpoint, identity, and cloud security hardening initiatives while supporting Microsoft E5 security enablement projects.
• Support vulnerability management, threat analysis, security architecture, and security policy development across corporate IT environments.

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, security operations, or a related security role.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access policies, MFA, RBAC, and Privileged Access Management.
• Experience with incident response, threat hunting, security monitoring, and SIEM platforms.
• Knowledge of endpoint protection and detection technologies, including SentinelOne and Microsoft Defender Suite.
• Experience with Microsoft Purview, data protection, governance, or compliance-related security initiatives.
• Understanding of cloud security principles and securing Azure-based environments.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management, risk assessment, and security frameworks such as NIST.
• Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) security environments is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work across technical teams.

Additional Benefits

• Travel to Midland approximately one week per month during contract period
• Relocation assistance available.
• Competitive bonus program with flexibility based on experience.
• 8% 401(k) match.
• Half-day Fridays.
• Opportunity to work alongside a team of cybersecurity professionals supporting enterprise-wide security initiatives.