Cyber Security Engineer
Open Systems Technologies
New York, NY
A financial technology firm is looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to join their team in New York, NY.
Compensation: $120-160k
Must be a USC or GC Holder; No visa sponsorship
Must be local to NY Metro Area; No relocation
They are looking for a skilled Cybersecurity Engineer with a strong focus on Incident Response to join a high-performing technology team supporting critical financial infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
• Monitor security alerts, logs, and threat intelligence sources to identify potential incidents
• Support end-to-end incident response activities including triage, containment, eradication, and recovery
• Conduct root-cause analysis and deliver actionable remediation recommendations
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure clear communication and rapid response during incidents
• Optimize security tooling, automation processes, and dashboards
• Help strengthen overall security posture through proactive threat detection
Qualifications:
Required
• 2+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience (financial services experience preferred)
• Experience managing security incidents
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working with log data and threat intelligence platforms
• Familiarity with SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, Firewalls, and Cloud security solutions
Preferred
• Scripting or automation experience (Python, PowerShell)
• Exposure to digital forensics, threat hunting, or vulnerability management
• Industry certifications such as GCIH, GCIA, CEH, Security+, or CySA+
About the Company
Open Systems Technologies
At OST, we’re a bit like what you may call a machine, but with a more human touch. Day in and day out for the last 28 years we’ve been more than just a staffing company. Throughout this time we’ve built relationships, we’ve grown together internally and externally, and have created a system that allows us to personally cater to the needs of our clients and candidates. As we celebrate this occasion, it important to note that for us, 28 years is more than just a number or an anniversary. It is 28 years of relationships, 28 years of trust, and 28 years of total reliability. We’ve been a mentor for some, a team builder for others, but most importantly we’ve been there. We know there is no substitute for experience, so let us help you navigate through the ever changing web of talent.
Operating in a crowded marketplace, we have succeeded by staying ahead of the curve. No two projects are the same, and neither are our solutions. We’ve got the connections. We know the people. We have the opportunities. How soon can you start?