Security Engineer

DPP is seeking a Security Engineer for an opportunity with our client based in South Carolina.

Work location : Onsite, hybrid, or remote in Columbia, SC
Duration : 12 months, with possibility of extension
Term : W2 position
Candidate location : Preference will be given to candidates who can work onsite over hybrid and over full-time remote (on-site as needed)


Position description:

• The Security Engineer will assist full-time security architects and engineering staff with the implementation, integration and operationalization of enterprise security technologies and programs.
• The Engineer will provide hands-on technical support across multiple security disciplines, including but not limited to SIEM, XDR, Vulnerability Management, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Security Awareness, endpoint and Linux sensor deployment, and security automation initiatives.
• The role requires experience in information security architecture and solution design to support the strategic planning, design, implementation and continuous improvement of secure systems and services.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning, design, deployment and operational support of enterprise security platforms, including:
  • Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
  • Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
  • Vulnerability Management platforms and processes
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions
  • Security Awareness and training platforms
• Support the development and maturation of the enterprise Vulnerability Management Program, including scanning, reporting, remediation tracking and metrics.
• Build, deploy, configure, and maintain Linux-based security sensors and related endpoint monitoring tools.
• Assist in the integration and automation of disparate security and enterprise IT tools using scripting and orchestration technologies.
• Collaborate with security architects to design and implement enterprise security solutions that align with the Leadership's business goals, regulatory requirements and organizational risk tolerance.
• Design, deploy and manage countermeasures to address known security threats and contribute to mitigation strategies for emerging threats to enterprise data, systems and services.
• Ensure consistent application of security controls across enterprise infrastructure and applications; validate control effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Support incident detection and response activities through monitoring, log analysis and reporting.
• Develop technical documentation, implementation guides and standard operating procedures as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Information Security.

Required skills:

• 5+ years of experience implementing and supporting enterprise security tools (SIEM, CRIBL, XDR, Vulnerability Management, DLP, Endpoint Security)
• 5+ years of experience in supporting large IT environments and/or system deployments
• 5+ years of experience developing automation and integrations using scripting languages such as Python and BASH.

Preferred skills:

• CISSP or Security+ Certifications
• SIEM Administration, Analysis, and Reporting experience.
• Experience building and deploying Linux-based security sensors.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST CSF, CJIS, IRS 1075, and CMS MARS-E.
• Candidate is local to Columbia, SC or surrounding city in South Carolina

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in an Information Technology or Information Security-related field,
• OR 8 years of relevant work
• Experience may be substituted in lieu of education

Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Mike at View email address on click.appcast.io to learn more about this position (#26-00575).

Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. EOE/AA/V/D

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