Apex Elite
Location
Reston, VA | United States
Job description
Our client is looking for a Security Engineer who will be part of the Security Operations Centre (SOC) which reports into the Office of the CISO. You will need to have SC Clearance.
The role is responsible for monitoring the security status of the companies systems, performing various security checks, supporting the PCIDSS certification, researching into potential new security products or services and preventing, mitigating and resolving security incidents that may arise within the environment. The jobholder will have significant experience in security operations and will be an expert in various fields such as information security, network security, and mobile security.
Key Deliverables
Problem solving : regularly performing security checks and troubleshooting to identify problems and commence any remediation required in a timely manner.
Processes : implementing new processes and solutions that will optimise the company’s security systems. Tracking existing processes that offer solutions for improvement of the company’s security system.
Availability : ensuring 24 hour availability of the systems to enable emergency patching and other activities that will optimise the company’s security system.
Key Responsibilities
Monitoring
Monitoring security and operational logs from a number of sources.
Monitoring external security notifications from vendors and other recognised security organisations.
Monitoring and maintenance of the infrastructure to ensure minimum downtime
Reporting and analytics
Responsible for planning, implementing and overseeing the operational system security requirements.
Running and analysis of vulnerability fix levels across the platforms.
Analysis and resolution of vendor released security bulletins, highlighting high security vulnerabilities.
Preparing, maintaining and executing test plans and scripts for storm services, with the ability to adapt to customer’s requirements.
Patching
Developing and executing platform patching methodologies and other updates as required e.g. firmware, end of life hardware and software.
Support for Certifications
Provide technical and collateral support for the PCIDSS and ISO certifications as may be required.
Essential (E) or desirable (D) knowledge, education, experience and skills
Education & Qualifications: Specialised/Technical
Bachelor’s Degree/equivalent, preferably in a Computer Science or relevant subject, or substantial alternative experience.
E
Industry standard technical qualifications, i.e. CCNA or OWSE
D
Experience:
Good experience in patch remediation with the focus on security/vulnerability research and mitigation
E
Working knowledge of WSUS, Microsoft Windows Administration, Windows Server (2008 to present) and Pen testing
E
Strong understanding of network configuration
E
Good knowledge of JIRA
D
Good knowledge of standard security practices PCI DSS and CIS Server Hardening
D
Good knowledge of Unix systems
D
Skills / Aptitude:
Excellent analytical skills and problem solving skills
E
Excellent telephone manner
E
Good standard of written and verbal communication
E
Able to work under pressure and outside of the box
E
Highly professional working culture, friendly attitude, drive for success
E
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