Senior Security Engineer Role in the Austin, Texas Area

xxxkaliboyxxx · April 2017

You can PM me directly. Remote is not an option at this time.

[h=2]Job description[/h] The Opportunity

Responsibilities:

Select, develop, test, deploy, maintain and enhance information security solutions
Create threat models to evaluate the company’s security posture
Practice ethical hacking techniques to discover and prove vulnerabilities in our systems
Triage and prioritize incoming threat information from a variety of sources
Lead efforts in intrusion detection, incident response and management, and forensics
Manage contracts, relationships, and daily deliverables with external security vendors
Create and enforce security policies to keep the company secure and compliant
Work to ensure the company is compliant with all applicable security-related regulations
Lead the selection, design, and implementation of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) controls
Produce relevant Information Security metrics for reporting to the CIO
Conduct research to identify new attack vectors against the company’s products and services
Drive improvements in our cloud security strategy and operations
Manage individual projects priorities, deadlines and deliverables
Use your business acumen to build strong relationships throughout the business
Design and build proactive methods to enhance our security posture
Develop technical solutions to help mitigate security vulnerabilities
Recommend, implement, and integrate new security tools and technologies

Successful applicants must have:

BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent practical experience
4+ years of experience in hands-on security operations or engineering
Multiple certifications in IT systems engineering and information security disciplines

Foundation in and in-depth technical knowledge of security engineering, computer and network security, authentication, security protocols and applied cryptography.

Working knowledge of common protocols: HTTP, TCP/IP, TLS, DNS, BGP, 802.1x, LDAP
Experience setting up security hardware and software systems: firewalls, IPS/IDSs, SIEM
Ability to work in a dynamic environment that involves project management, engineering, and occasional triage
Ability to work independently at times and identify work that needs to be done without waiting for direction
A willingness to mentor and guide fellow team members kindly and constructively
A desire to share knowledge and teach others

It would really be outstanding if you have:

MS in Computer Science or related technical field
Proficiency in a scripting language such as Python, Ruby or Bash
Ability to build custom integrations between IT and security tools to help improve workflows
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Have working knowledge of AWS or other cloud computing platforms