Systems Engineer
Role Overview
This senior-level Systems Engineer role focuses on cybersecurity for cloud-native environments, involving tasks like threat detection with Splunk, securing AWS infrastructure, and automating IT processes using scripting and MDM tools. The engineer collaborates remotely with teams to mitigate security risks and enhance system integrity, directly impacting the security posture of military-focused software. Responsibilities include identity management with Okta, SASE implementation via Zscaler, and developing internal tools to streamline security operations.
Perks & Benefits
The position is fully remote with flexibility to work from various locations, including alongside customers at military commands. It offers a collaborative, fast-paced culture that values technical excellence, professional development, and continuous learning in a dynamic environment. Employees are expected to be self-starters, embracing autonomy and ambiguity while contributing to a team with a serious, Olympic-like camaraderie. Career growth is supported through opportunities to solve complex security challenges and make a meaningful impact in a high-growth company.
Full Job Description
About Onebrief
Onebrief is collaboration and AI-powered workflow software designed specifically for military staffs. By transforming this work, Onebrief makes the staff as a whole superhuman - meaning faster, smarter, and more efficient.
We take ownership, seek excellence, and play to win with the seriousness and camaraderie of an Olympic team. Onebrief operates as an all-remote company, though many of our employees work alongside our customers at military commands around the world.
Founded in 2019 by a group of experienced planners, today, Onebrief’s team spans veterans from all forces and global organizations, and technologists from leading-edge software companies. We’ve raised $123m+ from top-tier investors, including Battery Ventures, General Catalyst, Insight Partners, and Human Capital, and today, Onebrief is valued at $1.1B. With this continued growth, Onebrief is able to make an impact where it matters most.
About You
You are a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a passion for cloud-native technologies and a strong desire to stay ahead of evolving threats. You thrive in collaborative, remote environments and enjoy solving complex security challenges with innovative solutions. Motivated by continuous learning and growth, you’re looking to make a meaningful impact by helping secure modern, dynamic IT ecosystems in a company that values both technical excellence and professional development.
Technical Skills
Mobile Device Management (MDM): Proficient in Workspace One, with additional experience in Intune, Jamf, and other leading MDM platforms.
Secure Access Service Edge (SASE): Hands-on experience with Zscaler to enable secure, scalable access across distributed environments.
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM): Skilled in using Splunk for threat detection, log analysis, and real-time security monitoring.
Identity and Access Management (IAM): Extensive experience with Okta for user provisioning, single sign-on (SSO), and access governance.
Automation & Workflow Orchestration: Expertise in automating manual tasks and building integrations using APIs, webhooks, workflows, and triggers to streamline IT and security processes.
Scripting & Configuration Management: Proficient in PowerShell, Bash, and Python for automating deployments, enforcing security baselines, and maintaining systems.
AWS Security: Deep understanding of securing and hardening AWS environments using both commercial and open-source tools, ensuring continuous compliance and strong security posture.
Soft Skills
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a sharp attention to detail
Proactive in identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks across systems and infrastructure
Strong communicator; able to collaborate across teams and explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Self-motivated and adaptable; thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Skilled at translating business needs into functional software and security tooling
Experienced in developing and deploying internal tools to enhance security operations
Qualifications
U.S. Citizen
Able to pass a background check
(Preferred) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field
6+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on cloud environments
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CCSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, or equivalent
Strong experience with both Windows and macOS operating systems
Comfortable working in a fully remote or distributed team environment
Most importantly, you are a true Onebriefer:
You are obsessed with creating value for real users
You are ambitious, scrappy, and a creative problem-solver
You learn quickly, work iteratively, and naturally seek collaboration
You approach your work with integrity, intellectual honesty, and a low ego
You communicate frankly, clearly, and succinctly
You thrive as a self-starter, embracing autonomy and ambiguity
Notice to Third Party Recruitment Agencies
Please note that Onebrief does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement Onebrief explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of Onebrief.
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