We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

We are seeking a Temporary Cyber Engineering Senior Associate to support security engineering and operational initiatives across client and internal environments. This role will focus on implementing and enhancing security solutions, automating processes, and supporting incident response and vulnerability management activities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and maintain security tools, integrations, and automation scripts to enhance cyber defense capabilities
Support vulnerability management, incident response, and security monitoring activities, including investigation and remediation efforts
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy secure architectures across cloud and on-prem environments
Analyze security findings, recommend remediation strategies, and communicate risks to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps and implementing scalable engineering solutions

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, security operations, or related technical roles
Hands-on experience with scripting/automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and security tools (SIEM, SOAR, vulnerability scanners)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and modern infrastructure technologies (e.g., containers, APIs)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

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At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $28 - $42 per hour

Temporary Senior Associate, Cyber Engineering

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