Overview • World Business Lenders (WBL) is a privately held portfolio lender specializing in real estate-secured business loans for underserved businesses. WBL operates with a fully remote, multinational workforce and an experienced executive leadership team. • Typically, the work schedule is from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, though additional hours may be required based on business needs. About the Role • The Cybersecurity Engineer helps protect WBL systems, devices, and information. This entry-level role monitors security activity, investigates alerts, and supports improvements to security controls under the direction of the Cybersecurity Team Lead and Infrastructure & Security Manager. Key Responsibilities • Monitor security alerts and logs; investigate suspicious activity, document findings, and promptly escalate potential incidents. • Support incident response using established procedures, including evidence collection and approved containment actions. • Run vulnerability scans, track remediation with system owners, and verify that assigned findings are resolved. • Assist with endpoint protection, email security, identity and access controls, and secure system configuration. • Support access reviews, multifactor authentication, and least-privilege controls; identify and report exceptions. • Maintain security procedures, incident records, and audit evidence; help deliver employee security awareness activities. • Work with cloud, development, and Help Desk teams to implement approved security changes and resolve issues. Requirements Required Qualifications • Strong spoken and written English, including the ability to explain technical issues clearly and write accurate documentation. • Foundational knowledge of networking, Windows or Linux, authentication, common threats, and security controls. • Practical exposure to security tools through coursework, labs, personal projects, internships, or employment; prior professional experience is not required. • Ability to review logs, follow investigation procedures, prioritize tasks, and recognize when to escalate. • Relevant education, technical training, or equivalent demonstrated skills; careful handling of confidential information. Preferred Qualifications • Exposure to Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Entra ID, or comparable security platforms. • Basic PowerShell or Python skills and familiarity with vulnerability scanning or SIEM tools. • Security certifications or related training; experience supporting financial services environments. Remote Work Requirements Available during U.S. Eastern business hours. Reliable internet connection, a dedicated workspace, and the ability to work independently and communicate consistently with a distributed team. Key Performance Measures Timely alert review and escalation; accurate investigation records; completion of assigned remediation and access reviews; quality of documentation and teamwork. Benefits What We Offer 💰 Compensation in USD. 🏖️ Benefits include paid time off (PTO). 🌍 Work Environment: Fully remote work environment. Ready to Apply? If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you - submit your CV in English and hit Apply