Security Engineer

Security Engineer

On behalf of our client, Procom Services is searching for a Security Engineer for a contract opportunity in New Jersey City, NJ.

Appropriate candidates should possess at least 3-7 years' experience in a Security Operations role as part of a Managed Security Services offering. We are looking for candidates who can provide a well-rounded knowledge and experience base in incident response and security event analytics. An overall flexibility and willingness to work under unpredictable time and project variables is essential.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate escalations to internal support teams to ensure timely delivery of incident resolutions
• Provide operational management of various security toolsets including Bluecoat, Q-Radar, Qualys, Rapid 7, and FireEye.
• Perform vulnerability scans, remediation oversight, reporting and metrics for managed infrastructure
• Update and maintain policies, schedules and scan parameters for vulnerability scanning tools.
• Maintain schedules, reporting requirements, and oversight for scanning requirements including threat assessments using industry standard vulnerability risk assessment standards.
• Provide awareness and training to personnel and external customers regarding threats, vulnerabilities and overall risk.
• Ensure that Service Level Agreements are met
• Maintain standard operating procedures, processes and guidelines for security operations, threat, vulnerability and malware mitigation.
• Automate security analysis, administration and remediation procedures, workflows and tasks
• Maintain awareness of trends in security regulatory, technology, and operational requirements
• Participate in client audits

Education or Experience:

• Graduation with a degree from a recognized university with specialization in Computer Sciences or a related discipline, combined with a minimum of (3) years of directly related practical experience and demonstrated ability to carry out the functions of the job.
• Completion of two years of an acceptable post-secondary educational program in Computer Sciences from a recognized community college, or in a related discipline, combined with a minimum of (5) years of directly related practical experience and demonstrated ability to carry out the functions of the job.
• Minimum of (7) years of directly related practical experience within the last eight years, and demonstrated ability to carry out the functions of the job.

Qualifications

Security Engineer Mandatory Skills

• Experience using various vulnerability scanning toolsets including but not limited to Nessus, nCircle, Critical Watch, Qualys, and IP360
• Experience with traditional and advanced malware mitigation toolsets including but not limited to McAfee Virus Scan Enterprise, Symantec Norton Antivirus, FireEye, Palo Alto Wildfire, and Trusteer.
• Knowledge and experience with compliance requirements relating to PCI, SOX, etc.
• Experience working in IT Security Operations, using SANS methodology
• Experience and extensive knowledge of Security Information Event Management
• Experience in Intrusion Detection or Prevention Systems
• Knowledge of: TCP/IP, computer networking, routing and switching
• Experience in Linux/UNIX and Windows based devices at the System Administrator level
• System log forensics (Syslog, Event Viewer)
• Strong troubleshooting, reasoning and problem solving skills
• Team player, excellent communication skills, good time management
• Organizational skills and the ability to work autonomously with attention to processes
• Ability to speak and communicate effectively with peers, management and clients
• Ability and experience in writing clear and concise technical documentation
• Ability to speak and write fluently
• Desirable:
• SIEM experience
• Experience in security penetration testing
• Experience using ticketing systems such as Remedy
• Security certifications: SANS/GIAC (GCIH, GCIA or GCUX), CCNA, CISSP, or CISA certifications would be assets
• Knowledge of application security including web applications, web services, XML, SOA, AJAX, JSON, and web scanning tools
• Knowledge of: Strong Authentication, End Point Security, Internet Policy Enforcement, Firewalls, Web Content Filtering, Database Activity Monitoring (DAM), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions
• Knowledge of NIST, PCI, HIPAA

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.