Security Engineer

Responsibilities:

Your role as the Security Engineer will include platform Security Monitoring and Analytics; overseeing and performing Security Engineering tasks and functions; and developing and maintaining application security services for lab and production environments, which support number porting services for the NPAC (Number Porting Administration Center). In addition, the candidate will be responsible for securing existing systems and applications; evaluating the security for 3rd party applications, host systems, development software, devices, and technologies for vulnerabilities; and developing requirements for related security solutions. Candidate must develop a thorough understanding of the solution (platform, application, and processes being developed and implemented) to fully meet the technical requirements of the position. 

In addition, you will have the following responsibilities: 

  • Have the capacity to evolve to technical lead for the NPAC Security Operations team
  • Maintain highly visible “hands on” profile
  • Design and implement a continuous process improvement program for security engineering tasks
  • Perform Security Monitoring using SIEM, HIDS and IPS
  • Perform Security Incident Response Process (SIRP)
  • SIEM rule parsing development and testing
  • WAF Policy development, implementation, testing and maintenance
  • HIDS alert development, testing and implementation
  • Perform CCURE System Application Administration, Maintenance and Management
  • Manage and Maintain Physical Security Devices – Cameras, NVRs, Card Readers and Door Controller
  • Perform Security Threat Vulnerability evaluations and remediations
  • Collaborate with, and serve as the technical security representative to other teams as needed to include, but not limited to: Operations, Product Engineering, Quality Assurance, Program Management, and Software Development
  • Develop, enhance, and execute documented procedures for security related tasks, and ensure the overall availability of the security infrastructure
  • Communicate with the executive team, the business clients and the implementation teams on status, experiences, lessons learned, and on-going needs

 

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelors in Computer Science, Information Management Systems and/or Cybersecurity or significant IT and Security work experience (5+ years)
  • At least 5 years’ experience in designing, managing, or supporting data center or enterprise security systems and monitoring
  • Security and IT certifications are a plus
  • Experience with intrusion detection and protection systems, network security, segmentation, and management – SIEM, HIDS and IPS knowledge are a plus
  • Knowledge and experience with Linux OS, Solaris OS, Windows OS, and Scripting (Python, etc.)
  • Knowledge and experience with IT service and security operations and management
  • Superb troubleshooting, problem determination and resolution skills required
  • Ability to translate business and regulatory security requirements into product deployment and operational processes
  • Experience designing and operating network security systems and controls for medium to large enterprises
  • Previous participation in a complete, ground-up product deployment
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
  • US Citizenship Required