Information Security Engineer - Hybrid

About Caris

At Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly word—a word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. That’s why we’re not just transforming cancer care—we’re changing lives. We introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting‑edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: “What would I do if this patient were my mom?”

That question drives everything we do. But our mission doesn’t stop with cancer. We’re pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare—driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose. Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you’re passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins.

The Information Security Engineer will be responsible for implementing, managing, and overseeing our organization’s information security systems to safeguard our data, infrastructure, and assets from security threats. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the security and integrity of our systems, networks, and applications.

• Work with the Info Sec team on running regular scans using Rapid7 to identify vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of recommended patches and remediations.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date understanding of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices.
• Participate in cybersecurity incident response activities and help manage the aftermath of security breaches or attacks.
• Utilize different tools for network traffic analysis to detect anomalies and potential threats.
• Assist in malware and virus detection, containment, eradication, and cleanup processes.
• Collaborԥс with business units to identify and prioritize critical assets and systems.
• Respond to social engineering attacks and contribute to the development of strategies to mitigate future risks.
• Assist teams with day‑to‑day Info Sec incoming tickets and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures across the organization.
• Work with(respectively) Cloud (AWS/Azure) teams monitoring different environments using different tools to ensure all systems operate securely and efficiently.
• Support the deployment and management of microservices architectures, including AWS EKS.
• Stay informed about the latest in generative AI technologies and their implications for cybersecurity.

• High School Diploma.
• 3‑4 years of experience in a cybersecurity role.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable.
• Strong familiarity with Rapid7, Sentinel1, iBoss, QRadar, DLP, AWS Security tools, and Azure security components.
• Understanding of microservices architecture and container orchestration, preferably with AWS EKS.
• Knowledge of generative AI and its applications instaenhancing cybersecurity defenses is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Analytical skills to review complex reports for anomalies.
• Experience troubleshooting complex resource provisioning or security issues.
• Proficiency with general computer software.
• Conditions of Employment:
  Individuals must successfully complete pre‑employment process which includes criminal background check, drug screening, and reference verification.

• Bachelor’s Degree in an IT related discipline or additional equivalent experience.
• CISSP or equivalent certification is recommended.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Python programming for security automation and scripting tasks.
• Communication – Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.
• Teamwork – Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to…