IT Security Engineer

Cambridge Mobile Telematics
Cambridge, MA
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Geared toward mid-level IT security professionals comfortable with cloud environments and incident response, with a preference for candidates based in Cambridge, MA, who can work in-office at least three days a week.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 2+ years of enterprise security experience managing macOS, iOS, and Windows systems
    — “2+ years of experience with macOS, iOS/iPadOS, and Windows management in an enterprise environment in a security role”
  • Individuals who can implement and maintain IT security processes and incident response playbooks
    — “Assist in maintaining playbooks for common threats (e.g., email quarantining, phishing, compromised endpoints, internal network intrusion) to standardize incident response”
  • Professionals with advanced knowledge of Datadog and Jamf’s Security Cloud offering
    — “Advanced understanding of Datadog’s product and technology, including advanced queries and alert configuration”

Things to consider

  • In-office presence is required at least three days per week despite flexible scheduling
    — “at least 3 days per week, or as the work demands”
  • The role involves serving as a Tier-3 escalation point for internal security incidents
    — “this role will also serve as a Tier-3 escalation point for our internal Help Desk”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with implementing security governance and best practices in SaaS and identity platforms
    — “Understand security governance control and implement best practices in IT-controlled environments (SaaS, email security, IdP, etc.)”
  • Emphasize independent judgment and task execution in security incident response and remediation
    — “Use independent judgment and discretion to execute assigned tasks in an efficient and effective manner”
  • Demonstrate familiarity with scripting to identify security risks in code and packages
    — “Apply scripting and code development knowledge to identify security risks within code artifacts, scripts and packages as needed”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Executes assigned tasks efficiently
  • Collaborates on security-related projects
Typical background
2+ years in IT SecurityExperience with macOS, iOS/iPadOS, and Windows management

Skills & requirements

Required

IT SecurityIncident ResponseSecurity GovernanceScripting And Code Development

Preferred

TableauOneloginSophosG-suite

Stack & domain

IT SecurityMacosIos/ipadosWindows ManagementDatadogJamf Security CloudCommunicationProblem-solvingTeamworkComptia Security+Jamf 200+ Certification(isc)2 Cissp(isc)2 CCSP(isc)2 SSCPCloud SecurityEnterprise Security

About the role

Original posting from Cambridge Mobile Telematics

CMT is looking for a highly motivated and collaborative IT Security Engineer to join the CMT team. Reporting to the leader of IT Security, you will work in a highly collaborative role, mostly focused on the execution of assigned tasks relating to information technology security, infrastructure, and IT-managed cloud solutions. This role will also serve as a Tier-3 escalation point for our internal Help Desk. This is a highly collaborative role, and communication skills are critical. This is a hybrid role that requires in-office presence at CMT’s headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, at least 3 days per week, or as the work demands. 

CMT is looking for an IT Security Engineer II to help us change the world. CMT has helped protect over 65 million drivers and prevent over 126,000 crashes worldwide. We build AI to solve some of the most difficult challenges in mobility — understanding and reducing risk, detecting crashes, and getting people life-saving help. The problems are hard. The impact is real. No matter your role, your work will matter at CMT. 

Responsibilities: 

Use independent judgment and discretion to execute assigned tasks in an efficient and effective manner 

Collaborate with colleagues to implement and update IT processes and infrastructure

Implement solutions and controls that support adherence to CMT policy 

Understand security governance control and implement best practices in IT-controlled environments (SaaS, email security, IdP, etc.) 

Proactively investigate and remediate emerging vulnerabilities impacting endpoints and Saas tools Act as tier 1 incident responder for remediating security incidents, exploits or alternative security events

Assist in maintaining playbooks for common threats (e.g., email quarantining, phishing, compromised endpoints, internal network intrusion) to standardize incident response 

Collaborate with security stakeholders and other IT personnel on security-related projects

Assist with regular security audits on IT systems 

Provide incident support when needed, which includes, but is not limited to, response, containment, remediation, and go-forward activities 

Participate in tabletop exercises when needed 

Respond to security detections, reviewing alerts for false positives or providing next steps for remediation 

Advanced understanding of Datadog’s product and technology, including advanced queries and alert configuration 

In-depth knowledge of Jamf’s Security Cloud offering 

Research, recommend, and implement new technologies and features 

Apply scripting and code development knowledge to identify security risks within code artifacts, scripts and packages as needed 

Complete any additional tasks as they arise 

Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience and/or certification in a related field

2+ years in IT Security

2+ years of experience with macOS, iOS/iPadOS, and Windows management in an enterprise environment in a security role

Excellent verbal and communication skills

Understanding of common cloud provider ideologies

Nice to Haves: 

Practical experience executing security-centric tasks

Experience with, AWS management, Tableau, OneLogin, Sophos, and G-Suite preferred • CompTIA Security+

Jamf 200+ Certification

(ISC)2 CISSP, CCSP, or SSCP

Compensation and Benefits: 

Fair and competitive salary based on skills and experience, and annual performance bonus 

Equity may be awarded in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) 

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, matching 401k, short-term & long-term disability and parental leave 

Unlimited Paid Time Off including vacation, sick days & public holidays 

Flexible scheduling and work from home policy depending on role and responsibilities

Base Salary Range

The base salary range for this position is: $90,700 to $113,400. This range is specifically for Cambridge, MA

Additional Perks: 

Work on a mission with real impact: crashes prevented, injuries avoided, lives protected around the world 

Join an industry leader — 65 million drivers protected, powering 140+ programs across 25 countries

Recognized innovator in mobility AI, earning top honors including the TIME Industry Leader in AI, a Gold Edison Award, and the Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award for AI for Social Good. CMT is also Great Place to Work Certified 

Be part of the team inventing the future of mobility and road safety 

Move fast, own outcomes, do work that matters 

High ownership, small teams, and direct access to leadership — no layers between your work and its impact 

Unlimited PTO, flexible scheduling, competitive salary, annual performance bonus, RSUs, and full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k match 

Summer Fridays provide team members with half days to recharge 

Join one of our employee resource groups: Black, AAPI, LGBTQIA+, Women, Book Club, and Health & Wellness 

Comprehensive wellness, education, and employee assistance programs

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: 

At CMT, we believe the best ideas come from a mix of backgrounds and perspectives. 

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a workplace and culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their unique talents and perspectives. Diversity is essential to our success, and we actively seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our growing team. 

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability state. CMT is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. To learn more, visit www.cmtelematics.com and follow us on Instagram @cmt.ai 

About Cambridge Mobile Telematics:

Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT) is the world’s largest telematics and AI company for safer mobility. Its mission is to make the world’s roads and drivers safer. The company’s AI-driven platform, DriveWell Fusion®, proactively identifies and reduces driving risk, leading to fewer crashes and injuries. To date, CMT’s technology has helped prevent over 126,000 crashes worldwide. CMT enables partners to measure risk, detect crashes, provide life-saving assistance, and streamline claims. Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, CMT operates globally with offices in Budapest, Hungary; Chennai, India; Seattle, Washington; Tokyo, Japan; and Zagreb, Croatia. Learn more at www.cmt.ai.

Source: Cambridge Mobile Telematics careers

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