Information Security Platform Engineer

Vytwo Technologies Inc. is seeking an experienced Information Security Platform Engineer for a 6-month engagement to support and enhance their information security tooling and operations. The role involves building, operationalizing, and providing Tier 2 support for key security technologies while collaborating with internal Information Security and IT teams.

Responsibilities:

• Build, configure, and provide Tier 2 support for security tools, including but not limited to:
• SIEM
• IDS/IPS
• Web Application Firewall (WAF)
• Next-Generation Antivirus / Endpoint Protection
• Email security gateways
• Vulnerability management platforms
• Asset discovery and inventory tools
• Cloud security controls
• Operationalize existing security tools through:
• Control validation and tuning
• Enablement of new features
• Platform upgrades aligned to security objectives
• Partner with Information Security and IT teams to improve Security Operations Center (SOC) efficiency and effectiveness
• Support investigation of escalated security incidents in collaboration with the SOC, including:
• Identifying unauthorized activity
• Assisting with containment and remediation
• Contributing technical findings and documentation to incident reports
• Perform root-cause analysis related to security tool outages or performance issues and provide remediation recommendations
• Assist with preparation and responses for external audits, penetration tests, and vulnerability assessments
• Produce clear technical documentation and knowledge transfer for internal teams

Requirements:

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in one or more of the following: Information Security Engineering, Incident Response / Security Operations, IT Infrastructure Engineering with strong security tooling exposure
• Practical experience implementing and supporting security controls and platforms such as: Endpoint protection and EDR, Email security, Network security controls, Vulnerability management, Secure cloud configurations
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams in a remote environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Familiarity with at least one industry regulation or framework (e.g., NIST, CIS, SANS, MITRE ATT&CK, HIPAA, HITRUST)
• Hands-on experience with cloud and cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Prior experience operationalizing or maturing SOC tools
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus