Overview
We are looking for a skilled Cyber Security Engineer specializing in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technologies to join our team on a contract basis. This fully remote role will focus on technical delivery and evaluation of security tools, while supporting Proof of Concept (POC) engagements. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to enhance enterprise security environments.
Responsibilities
- Act as a technical SME for EDR platforms and endpoint security tooling.
- Lead and support POC engagements, including setup, configuration, testing, and evaluation of security tools.
- Assess and compare EDR solutions based on detection capability, performance, and operational fit.
- Work closely with security operations and infrastructure teams to deploy and optimise endpoint security controls.
- Develop and refine detection rules, alerts, and response workflows.
- Investigate security events and provide actionable remediation guidance.
- Contribute to security architecture decisions and tooling strategy.
- Produce clear technical documentation and evaluation reports.
Requirements
- Strong hands-on experience with EDR technologies in enterprise environments.
- Proven involvement in security POC work and technology evaluations.
- Deep understanding of endpoint security, threat detection, and incident response.
- Ability to operate confidently in technical discussions with engineering and security teams.
- Experience in complex, large-scale environments.
- Direct experience with one or more of the following: CrowdStrike Falcon, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Trend Micro Vision One / Apex One.
- Familiarity with threat hunting and SOC operations.
- Relevant cyber security certifications (CISSP, Security+, GIAC, or vendor-specific certifications).