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Description
We are looking for a skilled Security Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in protecting our organization's digital assets by identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and responding to threats. With a focus on proactive defense, you will collaborate across departments and leverage cutting-edge tools to enhance the security posture of our systems.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and scans to identify and address security risks.
- Develop and implement remediation strategies to mitigate detected vulnerabilities.
- Configure, manage, and optimize Palo Alto firewalls to ensure network security.
- Deploy and monitor Microsoft Defender solutions to safeguard endpoints against malware and cyber threats.
- Enhance endpoint security using Trend Micro technologies.
- Manage and monitor Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) to detect potential breaches.
- Investigate security incidents and provide detailed root cause analyses with actionable recommendations.
- Utilize SIEM tools such as Splunk or QRadar to aggregate and analyze log data for identifying security events.
- Respond to security alerts promptly and assist in incident management and escalations.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations while providing training on security protocols to staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in cybersecurity roles.
- Proficiency in vulnerability scanning tools and endpoint protection solutions such as Microsoft Defender and Trend Micro.
- Expertise in configuring and managing Palo Alto firewalls and SIEM platforms.
- Strong knowledge of log aggregation tools like Splunk or QRadar for security event analysis.
- Hands-on experience with Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and handling security incidents.
- Solid understanding of network protocols, cloud security practices, and system hardening techniques.
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are preferred.