Security and Compliance Engineer

Job Title: Security and Compliance Engineer

We are seeking a Security and Compliance Engineer to own the design, implementation, and management of security controls across client IT environments. This role focuses on protecting cloud, on-premises, and hybrid systems while supporting regulatory compliance, audits, and incident response. The engineer will collaborate with internal teams and clients to strengthen security posture and ensure operational resilience.

• Design and implement security architectures across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments.
• Manage and optimize security tools, including endpoint protection, firewalls, multi-factor authentication, SIEM, and monitoring solutions.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, risk reviews, and compliance gap analyses.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Lead incident response efforts, including threat investigation, containment, and remediation.
• Provide guidance and training on security best practices to clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate with operations and IT teams to ensure secure system integration.
• Continuously improve security processes, tools, and response capabilities.

• 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or IT security operations.
• Hands-on expertise with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premises environments.
• Experience managing security controls, monitoring, and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, regulatory frameworks, and best practices.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple teams.
• Nice to have: industry certifications (CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, GIAC, ISO 27001) or experience in regulated industries.

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
• Professional development support, including training and certification opportunities.
• Hybrid-friendly, collaborative work environment with exposure to diverse client systems.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

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