Security Operations Engineer

Critical Loop

. Own the security posture of the distributed edge fleet, including hardened Linux baselines, secure provisioning and remote access, signed updates, and security telemetry .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in security operations and engineering, with a strong focus on infrastructure as code, vulnerability management, and incident response. Proficient in implementing security controls and frameworks, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Security OperationsInfrastructure As CodeVulnerability ManagementIncident ResponseLinux Security

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Hard Skills

LinuxInfrastructure As CodeVulnerability ManagementIncident ResponseScriptingCloud SecurityAccess ControlAudit LoggingNetwork SegmentationSecurity Telemetry

Tools & Technologies

AWSTerraformAnsibleCrowdStrikeVantaEDROAuthSAMLOIDCPKI

Certifications & Qualifications

CMMC Level 2ISO 27001SOC 2NIST SP 800-171

Industry Keywords

Operational TechnologyIndustrial SystemsEnergy SystemsControlled Unclassified InformationSecurity Posture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSCloudLinuxPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the security posture of the distributed edge fleet, including hardened Linux baselines, secure provisioning and remote access, signed updates, and security telemetry
Build and maintain secure cloud and edge infrastructure as code, including network segmentation, secrets management, access control, and audit logging
Run detection and response, including EDR and cloud threat detection, alert triage, and leading incident response with the engineering team
Run vulnerability management across cloud services, software, and device firmware, including pentest scoping and remediation
Own technical controls and evidence behind security certifications and lead audits and assessments
Work with engineers on secure design, device/service/user authentication, CI/CD security, and reviews of new features
Support customer security reviews, write standards, and help with IT security as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of professional experience in infrastructure, systems, security, or software roles, including at least 2 years focused on security operations or security engineering
Strong Linux background across cloud and remote, embedded, or on-premise environments
Hands-on infrastructure as code and configuration management on AWS (Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
Experience running incident response and vulnerability management in production
Experience implementing and documenting controls for a framework such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, or NIST SP 800-171
Scripting for automation; Python preferred
Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual), as required for work involving Controlled Unclassified Information
CMMC Level 2 or NIST SP 800-171 experience: system security plans, POA&Ms, SPRS scoring, or CUI enclaves
Security experience with operational technology, industrial, or energy systems
Working knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols (OAuth, SAML, OIDC) and PKI
Experience with CrowdStrike or similar EDR, and Vanta or a similar compliance platform
Critical Loop does not provide visa sponsorship; applicants must not require immigration support now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity ownership through stock options
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage through an HRA with a generous allowance
Retirement savings plan
Unlimited paid time off