Security Engineer / Boston, MA ( Onsite ), 12 Months Contract

Security Engineer II

BASIC PURPOSE: The Security Engineer II is a senior level technical resource in Information Security and is responsible for the implementation and effective and efficient maintenance of related technologies. In addition, this individual has practical knowledge of Information Technology at large, with an understanding of related disciplines and how they interoperate. The Security Engineer II is an active participant and contributor in implementation and troubleshooting efforts and aids in design efforts.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as a subject matter resource in the field of Information Security, maintaining a strong understanding of the field and its related technologies.
• Provides technical support to ensure the ongoing efficient and reliable operations of related information systems.
• Proactively develops and maintains knowledge of the company's information systems and their related components, and makes recommendations to improve the reliability, scalability, performance, or security of these systems as appropriate.
• Leverages technology to automate manual tasks and seeks to improve efficiency wherever practicable and appropriate. Makes recommendations for process improvements.
• Aids in the development of, and enforces and maintains Information Security controls, procedures, and standards.
• Works and manages projects of moderate to advanced complexity under minimal supervision. Allocates resources and budgets to meet project needs.
• Collaborates with other IT and business groups, and readily shares information to resolve problems.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related technical field.
• Five or more years of Information Security-specific experience.
• CISSP preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in and knowledge of implementation and post-production support for at least one Information Security related technology.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, writing and organizational skills; ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to interact, build relationships, and communicate well with members of team and management; makes effective presentations.
• Ability to multitask and shift priorities when necessary.