IT Security Engineer

Job Summary The IT Security Engineer position is responsible for maintaining security operations and troubleshooting escalations from the Service Desk. Primary duties include providing tier‑3 support, resolving security incidents and requests, and implementing configuration changes. The security engineer responds in a timely manner to security incidents including loss, misuse, or potential compromise of information assets. This position will implement and assist with security technology projects as needed. Responsibilities Daily operation, log review, incident response, administration of firewalls, TACACS, IDS/IPS and other security infrastructure. Respond in a timely manner to security incidents including loss, misuse or potential compromise of information assets. Support security technologies such as Firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS, SIEM, DLP, Wireless, SSL VPN, and Content Filtering. Implement and monitor security events for routers/switches, servers, operating systems, databases, applications and other technologies. Assist with analysis of logs to identify anomalies and unauthorized use or access. Participate and provide support in security incident emergency response activities including internal violations, attacks, and system outages. Maintain information security diagrams, guidelines, and other technical documents. Assist in the implementation of security technology projects. Simultaneously handle multiple tasks and interactions. Ability to work an on‑call rotation. Ability to multi‑task, prioritize and organize effectively. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, related field or equivalent experience. 3–5 years hands‑on experience with a variety of firewall and security products. Network and security troubleshooting experience. Experience with network‑based intrusion detection techniques. Knowledge of standard internet protocols such as FTP, SNMP, SMTP, DNS, POP3, IMAP, SSH, TELNET. Strong people and relationship management skills. Ability to work with minimal supervision on short‑term projects. Security certifications a plus (ex. CISSP, CEH, OSCP, GISP, GCIH, GPEN, and CCSP). Experience with next‑generation enterprise‑level Cisco firewalls is a plus. Experience with Web Application Firewalls is a plus. Experience with Endpoint Protection is a plus. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Compensation Pay is competitive and based on a number of job‑related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in New York is \$83,538.00 - \$137,241.00 per year. For other locations, please inquire with your recruiter. The rates/ranges provided herein are the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and do not reflect future job opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Altice USA