Security Engineer (Part-Time)

Job description / Role

About the opportunity:

We are searching for a highly motivated security engineer to join our project team for the network enhancement initiative. Your expertise in areas like network access control (NAC), identity and access management (IAM), privileged access management (PAM), endpoint detection and response (EDR), data loss prevention (DLP), multi-factor authentication (MFA), next-generation firewalls (NGFW), and DMZ architectures will be vital to our security posture. This is a part-time role that is fully remote but may require occasional travel to Saudi Arabia.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design, implement, and test security solutions (NAC, IAM, PAM, EDR, DLP, MFA, NGFW).
• Design, implement, and test secure network architectures, including DMZs.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability analysis.
• Develop and test security policies and procedures.
• Monitor security logs and alerts for suspicious activity.
• Collaborate and coordinate with sub-contractors to ensure secure implementation.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest security threats and vulnerabilities.

Here's what you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in information security.
• Deep understanding of security concepts and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with NAC, IAM, PAM, EDR, DLP, MFA, NGFW, and DMZ technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH) are preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with sub-contractors and manage project deliverables.
• Passion for technology and a commitment to continuous learning.

Our culture:

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we are more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of global employee networks centred on inclusion and diversity.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

Your application experience is important to us and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. We welcome feedback on our recruitment process and if you need more from us before deciding to join us then please let us know.

About the Company

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics.