Cyber Security Engineer Job at Motion Recruitment Partners, Boston, MA

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  • Motion Recruitment Partners
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

Cyber Security Engineer Boston, MA Hybrid Contract $70/hr - $80/hr A Massachusetts-based government agency is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer for a contract-to-hire opportunity in Boston, MA . This role is ideal for a hands-on cybersecurity professional looking to secure complex infrastructure and protect sensitive digital assets across multiple office locations. In this position, you’ll provide critical support for cybersecurity operations—ranging from real-time threat detection and response to long-term system hardening and risk reduction. The role also involves collaborating with IT leadership to align security solutions with enterprise-wide goals. Some after-hours availability will be needed to support emergency response and scheduled system maintenance. Required Skills & Experience 3+ years of IT experience, with a minimum of 2 years dedicated to cybersecurity functions. Bachelor's degree in IT, engineering, or a related technical field—or equivalent certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CISM. Hands-on experience with: Threat detection tools and SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk) Firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection Conducting and analyzing vulnerability scans Implementing security policies and access controls Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks like NIST 800-61 and CIS Controls. Strong communication and documentation capabilities. Desired Skills & Experience Background supporting cybersecurity in regulated or government environments. Proficiency with networking hardware: switches, firewalls, routers, wireless access points, etc. Understanding of secure provisioning and deprovisioning workflows. Experience conducting audits and recommending risk mitigation strategies. What You Will Be Doing Technology Focus 40% Network & Endpoint Protection 30% Security Incident Handling 20% Compliance Audits & Vulnerability Remediation 10% Documentation & Strategic Support Day-to-Day Responsibilities 60% Security Engineering & Configuration 25% Real-Time Monitoring & Alerts 15% Collaborative Projects & Reporting You will receive the following benefits: Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family Dental & Orthodontia Benefits Vision Benefits Health Savings Account (HSA) Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options Paid Sick Time Leave Legal and Identity Protection Plans Pre-tax Commuter Benefit 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Posted by: Sarah Carroll Specialization: Cybersecurity #J-18808-Ljbffr Motion Recruitment Partners

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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