Plan A Technologies ยท 3 days ago
Cybersecurity Engineer
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expPlan A Technologies is an American software development and technology advisory firm seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to enhance their cloud network security systems. The role involves implementing and maintaining security technologies, monitoring alerts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve security posture.
Software
Responsibilities
Implement and maintain the cloud network security systems across AWS and related environments
Configure and support IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint security tools, and other core security technologies
Perform routine updates, patching, tuning, and optimization of security tools
Maintain secure cloud network configurations in alignment with established baselines
Monitor security alerts, logs, and detection systems on a daily basis
Investigate alerts and escalate incidents following defined processes and SLAs
Support incident response activities, including triage, containment, documentation, and reporting
Assist in maintaining and refining operational runbooks and playbooks
Ensure the reliability and performance of the client's security technology stack, including monitoring, detection, and logging platforms
Participate in security tool integrations and enhancements
Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to support secure configurations and consistent logging
Maintain centralized logging and monitoring solutions to ensure full infrastructure and endpoint coverage
Tune alerts and detection rules to improve fidelity and reduce false positives
Contribute to dashboards, metrics, and reporting that strengthen security awareness
Work closely with the Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to execute project work, operational tasks, and continuous improvements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security best practices
Maintain documentation, procedures, and security knowledge bases
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, security operations, or a related field
BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent practical experience
Experience with cloud environments, including IAM, VPC, networking, and logging
Familiarity with IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint security tools, and cloud security controls
Hands-on experience with alert monitoring, log analysis, and basic incident response
Understanding of core security principles (least privilege, segmentation, defense-in-depth)
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills
Experience with SIEM/SOAR or cloud-native monitoring tools
Exposure to incident response workflows and threat analysis
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams
Have solid written and verbal English skills
Ability to maintain a positive work attitude
Initiative and drive to do great things
Preferred
AWS preferred
Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, AWS Security Specialty, or GIAC are a plus
Scripting or automation experience (Python, Bash) is a plus
Benefits
Generous vacation schedule
Brand New Laptop
Other goodies
Company
Plan A Technologies
Plan A Technologies is a software development shop and consultancy company.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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Slav Kulik
Chief Executive Officer
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