26334 - IT Network Security Engineer - Life Search Technologies

Seeking an IT Network Security Engineer - 100% remote, ideally 1 1/2 hours from Maryland.

Responsibilities include:

• Configuration of routers, switches, firewalls, IPS/IDS, gateways and servers (Linux, HPUX, Microsoft, VMware, VDI); carry out the infrastructure maintenance and equipment configurations for backup/recovery purposes
• Works directly with firewalls (Meraki/Palo Alto/SonicWALL, Cisco), IDS, IPS, and other security infrastructure
• Uses network monitoring tools and SIEM to carefully examine network traffic and to identify both external and internal threats to ensure security 
• Design and implement a multi-layer security strategy to protect information assets
• Implement and administer firmware and patch management for all IT hardware and operating systems (Linux, Windows Server, VMware)
• Implement and manage internal and external vulnerability scans and penetration tests and address all findings
• Implement and manage VPN, remote access, and MDM systems
• Participate in the annual execution of disaster recovery testing and provide support for all audits and assessment activities
• Provide security infrastructure expertise to business applications ensuring they are deployed and implemented securely

Requirements include:

• B.S. in Cyber Security
• Current certification in one of the following areas: (CISSP, MCITP, CCNA, VMware)
• 5+ years of experience in Cyber Security or in IT Security related field
• Live within 1 1/2 hours of Maryland

Estimated Total Compensation:  $110,000 - $115,000