Security Engineer

Company: Apex Systems
Location: Cary
Posted on: February 21, 2021

Job Description:

If interested in applying please send an updated copy of your resume to Courtney O'Brien at and reference job # Security Analyst/Engineer Client: Top Telecommunications Company Location: Sitting Remote- near Cary, NC Start: ASAP Estimated Duration: Ongoing ContractSUMMARY: The Security team is responsible for management of Managed Security Services for customers in our Government Network Operations and Security Center (GNOSC). Typical duties include security event analysis/investigation/escalation and change management including reviewing requirements, peer reviewing and implementing changes in accordance with client and customer security standards. The GNOSC is a Public Sector customer service assurance-focused team operating Managed Security Services in an ISO / ITIL environment with strong adherence to process. The Security Engineer is expected to work as a member of a security team and should be able to communicate effectively and intelligently via phone, email, or ticket escalations. This role requires a good understanding of networking and the ability to work in multiple customer and vendor platforms. RESPONSIBILITES:

• Incident management through troubleshooting of security devices/solutions including steps to minimize the impact
• Work with peers to design, engineer, document and implement change requests in security devices
• Review threat analysis of customer networks and systems
• Provide log/network/malware/device analysis and making recommendations for remediation of security vulnerability conditions
• Training of peers, briefing customers and other organizations outside Operations QUALIFICATIONS: Able to Obtain and / or already have US Government Security Clearance A minimum of 4 years of experience in a dedicated security device engineering or SOC position Direct hands-on experience with Splunk or other SIEM tools Experience with some of the following security devices/platforms: Fortigate/FortiAnalyzer/FortiAuthenticator/FortiManager Cisco/Juniper/CheckPoint/Palo Alto Firewalls IPS/IDS FireEye Experience on UNIX/Linux operating systems Strong writing/communication skills in a customer's engagement/service environment Good organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills Ability to work and excel within a team environmentDESIRED SKILLS: Associates/Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Engineering / Information Security or equivalent professional experience ITIL Foundation training or certification At least one security certification such as Sec+, CYSA+, CCSE, CISSP, CCSP, JNCIP, CCNA Security, GCIHEEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or - provided by Dice

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