Cybersecurity Engineer II

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer II in Southlake, TX.Responsibilities:

• Establish monitoring and detection mechanisms to identify potential threats, and lead or assist in responding to incidents; Conduct Threat Intel monitoring and act on emerging or confirmed threats
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and remediation of security weaknesses
• Automate tasks where possible, using scripting and configuration management tools
• Architect and implement security controls, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies
• Review of relevant security controls (NIST, SOC, HITRUST, CMMC, etc.) to ensure enterprise compliance; Documents and tracks vulnerabilities and control deficiencies
• Review of applications and enterprise systems to ensure industry best practices and security hardening standards
• Participate in planning and implementation of current and future security domains including those which may introduce new service areas (e.g. Cloud Computing, DevSecOps); Manage Cybersecurity requirements for M&A and integration of new business ventures for the enterprise
• Build, implement and document new locations according to industry best practices and established compliance policies
• Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configurations/diagrams, network mapping, processes, daily checklists, and service records (Cisco Smartnet renewals, inventory)
• Monitor ITSM tickets and ensure timely response and resolutions within SLAs; Conduct monthly, quarterly, and yearly audits of cybersecurity baselines as required; Develop & maintain hardening standards for all operating systems employed by the enterprise
• Work with Networking and IT Infrastructure to address risks and maintain secure configurations; Work closely with management and team to gather input, diagnose root causes, and resolve problems

Skills

• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, GCIH, CEH, Security+, or CCNA Security, or equivalent certification required; Non-specific vendor cloud certifications are a plus
• 8-10+ years of IT related work; Preferred 4+ years in a security related discipline
• Enterprise level Network/System Administration or Engineering experience
• Experience in developing and deploying security specific solutions including the automation of repeatable security tasks and controls
• Experience with security vulnerability and penetration tools, remediation, and processes
• EDR experience: CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, preferred, but others accepted
• Vulnerability experience: Tenable, ACAS, Rapid7 (any of)
• Cloud experience: Azure, AWS, GCP (any of)
• Endpoint Configuration: Intune, AD (any of)
• Proficient level of knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, networks, and network security technologies (IPS, firewalls, etc.), TCP/IP network communication structure, protocols and processes, internet protocols and connectivity methods, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing and user authentication technologies
• Expert knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, and NIST
• Demonstrated administration of security platforms and security related best practices
• Problem analysis and problem resolution at both an operational and tactical level
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.


We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.


Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.


This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.


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