Information Security Engineer

Role & responsibilities

Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise security solutions with minimal oversight, collaborating with global IT teams to protect Medpace's systems (e.g., implementing new security tools or architectures).

Own the administration and reliability of key security platforms (such as privileged access management, EDR, and SIEM), ensuring they are well-configured, up-to-date, and fully operational; coordinate upgrades and fixes proactively.

Lead cross-functional security projects (e.g., cloud security improvements, network segmentation plans, identity security enhancements) from planning through execution, coordinating with stakeholders across departments to deliver results.

Serve as a technical escalation point for complex security incidents or issues, independently investigating and resolving advanced problems (especially during off-hours for global coverage) and providing guidance to SOC Analysts and IT teams as needed.

Improve and automate security operations by developing scripts, integrations, or workflows to reduce manual effort, enhance detection capabilities, and streamline incident response (e.g., building security automation in cloud or SIEM).

Integrate security into enterprise systems and processes, working closely with Network, Cloud, and DevOps teams to embed robust security controls and best practices into infrastructure and software lifecycles.

Document architectures, procedures, and solutions, ensuring knowledge is captured and shared; mentor and cross-train team members (especially developing Analysts) to strengthen overall team capabilities.

Stay current with emerging threats and technologies, continuously researching new security trends, tools, and techniques to drive innovative improvements in the organizations security posture.

Preferred candidate profile

Bachelors degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

4+ years of experience in IT/Information Security (with at least 2 years in a security engineering role or similar).

In-depth knowledge of enterprise IT environments, including Windows Server/Active Directory, networks, and cloud architectures (Azure preferred), and how to secure them.

Proven hands-on experience with security technologies, including some variety of SIEM, endpoint detection & response, identity/privileged access management, and cloud security tools.

Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and coordinate effectively across teams.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of independently troubleshooting and resolving complex security issues.

Proficiency in scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python) to integrate and automate security processes.

Self-motivated and continuously learning, with the ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and evolving threats.

Nice to have

Experience in one or more specialized security domains is a plus for example, DevSecOps pipeline security, cloud security architecture (Azure/AWS), network segmentation, AI governance, advanced identity management, red-team/pentesting, or enterprise vulnerability management tools.

Familiarity with regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, financial, defense) and related compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.) is beneficial.