Elastic Security Engineer

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Elastic Security Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on leveraging the Elastic Stack (Elasticsearch, Kibana, Logstash, and Beats) to enhance security monitoring, incident detection, and response capabilities. The position involves implementing and optimizing security solutions in complex environments, working with various security tools and platforms, and supporting incident response efforts. This is a 16-month contract position offering hybrid work flexibility.

The role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities including designing and maintaining Elastic Stack components, configuring log management systems, creating visualization dashboards, developing threat detection mechanisms, and ensuring security compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in both the Elastic Stack and cybersecurity, with the ability to work effectively with security, IT, and development teams.

Key aspects of the role include performance tuning of Elastic Stack components, implementing security measures, supporting investigations, and providing documentation and training. The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge security monitoring tools while contributing to the organization's security posture. The hybrid work arrangement provides flexibility while maintaining collaborative opportunities with the team.

This role is perfect for someone who combines technical expertise in Elastic Stack with a strong security background, enjoys solving complex problems, and can effectively communicate technical concepts to various stakeholders. The position offers competitive hourly compensation and the opportunity to work on meaningful security initiatives in a dynamic environment.