Rapid7 Logo

Rapid7

Senior Security Engineer, IT Infrastructure

Posted Yesterday
Remote
Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in Boston, MA
Senior level
Remote
Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in Boston, MA
Senior level
The Senior Security Engineer will design and integrate security controls, manage vulnerabilities, provide consulting, and support automation in a hybrid IT environment.
The summary above was generated by AI

Sr. Security Engineer, IT Infrastructure
We are looking for a creative Security Engineer to join our savvy IT team who understands that technology is meant to empower people. You will be part of a community that is fanatical about security and on a mission to make an impact in the global technology ecosystem. This is a Hybrid position based out of our Boston Headquarters (3 days onsite/2 days remote).
About the Team
Our team is focused on designing and integrating robust security solutions within IT environments and managing vulnerabilities across diverse systems. We provide targeted security consulting across various verticals, ensuring that our security architectures meet the unique needs of each business area.
About the Role
In this role, you will drive the design and integration of security controls while managing vulnerabilities across our IT infrastructure. Additionally, you will provide security consulting to various business units, guiding them in implementing customized and effective security solutions.
In this role, you will:

  • Independently build, integrate and automate security controls from cloud to endpoint.
  • Act as a subject matter expert while partnering with Corporate IS and other teams to augment IT security capabilities for end-user devices, infrastructure, business applications, and identity & access management.
  • Demonstrate good judgment in selection methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
  • Supporting our team in automating our vulnerability management and incident detection & response operations.
  • Owning and driving projects independently and in collaboration with multiple teams.
  • Provide security expertise and leadership by consulting on projects to assist Rapid7 implement safe systems, environments, and operations.
  • Curate metrics to demonstrate the effectiveness of our SecOps & IT security controls.
  • Network with senior leaders and experts inside and outside the organization.
  • Stay up to date with emerging threats, CVEs, and industry trends.


The skills you'll bring include:

  • Experience in information security, performing vulnerability management, incident detection & response, digital forensics, or malware analysis.
  • Experience in software development with building & integrating tools, especially by using web APIs & Python or Go.
  • In-depth knowledge of Windows, macOS, & Linux security hardening/monitoring techniques.
  • In-depth knowledge of secure network, systems, and application design and architecture.
  • Experience configuring or maintaining network devices, such as firewalls and switches.
  • Experience maintaining, securing or monitoring cloud infrastructure, especially AWS.
  • Expert ability to identify security event root causes by gathering and synthesizing evidence from a variety of disparate systems.
  • Excellent ability to communicate to technical and non-technical audiences with a positive, collaborative, and enablement-focused attitude.
  • Insatiable curiosity & desire to challenge conventional approaches to solving problem.


We know that the best ideas and solutions come from multi-dimensional teams. That's because these teams reflect a variety of backgrounds and professional experiences. If you are excited about this role and feel your experience can make an impact, please don't be shy - apply today.
About Rapid7
At Rapid7, our vision is to create a secure digital world for our customers, our industry, and our communities. We do this by harnessing our collective expertise and passion to challenge what's possible and drive extraordinary impact. We're building a dynamic and collaborative workplace where new ideas are welcome.
Protecting 11,000+ customers against bad actors and threats means we're continuing to push the envelope - just like we've been doing for the past 20 years. If you're ready to solve some of the toughest challenges in cybersecurity, we're ready to help you take command of your career. Join us.
#LI-AA2
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Top Skills

AWS
Go
Python
HQ

Rapid7 Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office

Rapid7 Boston Office

Rapid7 is located next to TD Garden and North Station. The Garden is home to the Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, and year round musical performances and entertainment events. North station provides easy access to public transportation through the T and Commuter Rail.

Similar Jobs at Rapid7

13 Days Ago
Remote
Hybrid
United States
30K-120K
Senior level
30K-120K
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Sales • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
As a Senior Detection Engineer, enhance Rapid7's detection library, research attacker techniques, and collaborate with multiple teams to improve security measures.
Top Skills: InsightidrSigmaSuricataThreat Intelligence PlatformsYara
14 Days Ago
Remote
Hybrid
United States
Mid level
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Sales • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Product Security Consultant opens and manages security product deployments, advises on best practices, and automates solutions for customers. Responsibilities include documentation, scripting, and providing pre-sales support.
Top Skills: AWSGoogle Cloud PlatformGrcIdsIpsAzurePowershellPythonSIEMSQL
Yesterday
Remote
Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
Senior level
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Sales • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Director of Growth Marketing will develop and execute marketing strategies to drive demand and pipeline across Americas, focusing on field marketing, account-based marketing, and regional initiatives in Public Sector and LATAM.
Top Skills: HubspotMarketoSalesforce

What you need to know about the Boston Tech Scene

Boston is a powerhouse for technology innovation thanks to world-class research universities like MIT and Harvard and a robust pipeline of venture capital investment. Host to the first telephone call and one of the first general-purpose computers ever put into use, Boston is now a hub for biotechnology, robotics and artificial intelligence — though it’s also home to several B2B software giants. So it’s no surprise that the city consistently ranks among the greatest startup ecosystems in the world.

Key Facts About Boston Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 269,000; 9.4% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Toast, Klaviyo, HubSpot, DraftKings
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, robotics, software, aerospace
  • Funding Landscape: $15.7 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Summit Partners, Volition Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, MassVentures, Highland Capital Partners
  • Research Centers and Universities: MIT, Harvard University, Boston College, Tufts University, Boston University, Northeastern University, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, National Bureau of Economic Research, Broad Institute, Lowell Center for Space Science & Technology, National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account