Mid Level Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs
Mid level cybersecurity engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own security initiatives end to end, drive architecture decisions with limited oversight, and mentor junior team members across day-to-day operations. Openings are spread across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings in Consulting & Professional Services, Aerospace & Defense, and Technology & Software, with AMERICAN SYSTEMS, Accenture Federal Services, and Abacus hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary:
As a Cybersecurity Engineer, you will collaborate closely with Cybersecurity, Engineering, and Service teams to address escalated issues, manage SOC escalations, and support new security initiatives. We are looking for an Engineer with leadership presence, possessing strong technical and interpersonal skills, familiarity with industry-standard tools, the ability to work under pressure, and the ability to mentor junior members of the team.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- High interaction with the Security, Engineering and Service teams, responding to escalated issues in a timely fashion
- Respond and action alerts from our SOC escalations and security tooling to maintain health and security of our platform
- Lead Incident coordination between internal and external entities in alignment with regulatory requirements
- Utilize interpersonal and technical skills to effectively communicate with management, peers, and clients
- Maintain an awareness of security and control issues in emerging technologies
- Ability to scope, implement and support new security projects/initiatives
- Ownership and follow up of pending issues to resolution
Skills:
- Familiarity with industry standard tools and applications (such as Palo Alto, Cisco Meraki, SonicWall, Fortigate, SentinelOne, ThreatLocker, MS Defender, G-Suite, Content Filtering, Protective DNS)
- Heavy experience with the Incident Response lifecycle
- Familiarity with Microsoft (Office365 & Azure) and Citrix (Virtual Apps & Desktops) technologies
- Familiarity with open-source intelligence gathering
- Scripting ability and experience working with API endpoints such as MS Graph
- Ability to navigate and utilize a ticketing system (such as ConnectWise or Service Now)
- Experience with change management and security remediation processes
- Experience with security documentation, technical and policy writing
- Ability to deliver technical/security information or concepts in a user-friendly format
- Takes ownership and excels in both independent and team project work
- Ability to work under pressure and with short deadlines
- Occasional on call nights, weekend and emergency on call is required within this role
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years' experience in a system engineering or technical security role
A Bachelor's Degree in MIS, Computer Science or similar focus
Microsoft Certified (MCSE) or equivalent certification a plus
Security Certificate such as; CompTIA CySA, Security+ and Network+, ISC-2 CCSP/SSCP)
Benefits of Working for Abacus:
- Exposure to diverse array of technologies
- Part of a team of experienced technicians that aim to deliver exceptional service
- Competitive compensation
- Robust benefits package: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k, and PTO
- Opportunities to further technical education
Job Summary:
As a Cybersecurity Engineer, you will collaborate closely with Cybersecurity, Engineering, and Service teams to address escalated issues, manage SOC escalations, and support new security initiatives. We are looking for an Engineer with leadership presence, possessing strong technical and interpersonal skills, familiarity with industry-standard tools, the ability to work under pressure, and the ability to mentor junior members of the team.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- High interaction with the Security, Engineering and Service teams, responding to escalated issues in a timely fashion
- Respond and action alerts from our SOC escalations and security tooling to maintain health and security of our platform
- Lead Incident coordination between internal and external entities in alignment with regulatory requirements
- Utilize interpersonal and technical skills to effectively communicate with management, peers, and clients
- Maintain an awareness of security and control issues in emerging technologies
- Ability to scope, implement and support new security projects/initiatives
- Ownership and follow up of pending issues to resolution
Skills:
- Familiarity with industry standard tools and applications (such as Palo Alto, Cisco Meraki, SonicWall, Fortigate, SentinelOne, ThreatLocker, MS Defender, G-Suite, Content Filtering, Protective DNS)
- Heavy experience with the Incident Response lifecycle
- Familiarity with Microsoft (Office365 & Azure) and Citrix (Virtual Apps & Desktops) technologies
- Familiarity with open-source intelligence gathering
- Scripting ability and experience working with API endpoints such as MS Graph
- Ability to navigate and utilize a ticketing system (such as ConnectWise or Service Now)
- Experience with change management and security remediation processes
- Experience with security documentation, technical and policy writing
- Ability to deliver technical/security information or concepts in a user-friendly format
- Takes ownership and excels in both independent and team project work
- Ability to work under pressure and with short deadlines
- Occasional on call nights, weekend and emergency on call is required within this role
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years' experience in a system engineering or technical security role
A Bachelor's Degree in MIS, Computer Science or similar focus
Microsoft Certified (MCSE) or equivalent certification a plus
Security Certificate such as; CompTIA CySA, Security+ and Network+, ISC-2 CCSP/SSCP)
Benefits of Working for Abacus:
- Exposure to diverse array of technologies
- Part of a team of experienced technicians that aim to deliver exceptional service
- Competitive compensation
- Robust benefits package: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k, and PTO
- Opportunities to further technical education
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Mid Level Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level cybersecurity engineer job?
Position your application around ownership, not just participation. Highlight incidents you led, tools you configured independently, or security programs you improved with measurable results. Mid level roles want engineers who operate with limited supervision, so tailor your resume and cover letter to show decisions you made, risks you mitigated, and junior colleagues you supported, rather than tasks you completed under direction.
Which companies hire mid level cybersecurity engineers?
Companies hiring mid level cybersecurity engineers right now include AMERICAN SYSTEMS, Accenture Federal Services, and Abacus, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level covers large enterprises with dedicated security teams and mid-size organizations building out their security function for the first time.
Are there remote mid level cybersecurity engineer jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid roles are widely available at this experience level. About 14% of mid level cybersecurity engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how many security functions can be performed outside a physical office. On-site roles tend to cluster in regulated industries where data handling requirements limit remote work.
How do I move up to a mid level cybersecurity engineer role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built on deepening specialization and demonstrated ownership over time. Engineers who reach mid level have typically moved beyond following runbooks to writing them, taken the lead on at least one meaningful project, and developed fluency in a specific domain such as cloud security, incident response, or threat intelligence. Measurable impact on security posture is what hiring managers look for.
Which industries hire the most mid level cybersecurity engineers?
Mid Level cybersecurity engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Aerospace & Defense, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they handle sensitive data at scale, face significant regulatory scrutiny, or operate critical infrastructure that requires engineers who can work independently and make sound security decisions.