Information Security Engineer at Executive Alliance
Hicksville, NY 11801
About the Job
Our client is a Commercial Real Estate Firm with a national presence, that offers an outstanding work environment. They promote from within and have extremely low turnover. Due to recent acquisitions the organization is looking to add to their Information Security and Technology Teams. Compensation includes base, annual bonus, cash equity bonus. and outstanding benefits.
The Cybersecurity Engineer will play a crucial role in our organization's defense against cyber threats and will be responsible for securing systems, networks, and platforms, and protecting data from potential threats. This role will be instrumental in safeguarding organization's reputation. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and passionate about building secure systems.
THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE, HYBRID (2 DAYS ONSITE) POSITION.*
NO C2C. NO SPONSORSHIP
NO RELOCATION AVAILABLE
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain security systems and protocols.
- Regularly perform penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and risk assessments to identify potential weaknesses in our systems and networks. Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address these vulnerabilities and reduce risk.
- Continuously monitor our security systems for unusual activity using a variety of tools and technologies. Analyze and respond to all security alerts and incidents in a timely and effective manner.
- Create comprehensive reports on security incidents.
- Collaborate closely with IT and software development teams to ensure that security is integrated into all aspects of the technological infrastructure.
- Stay updated on the latest industry trends, threats, and best practices.
- Develop and maintain engineering playbooks and participate in cybersecurity incident response activities. Develop and deliver training programs to educate all staff members about information security, data privacy, and cyber threats.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience
- Proven work experience as a Cybersecurity Engineer or similar role
- Extensive knowledge of various security frameworks (NIST, ISO27001, etc.), risk assessment techniques, and security systems
- Strong understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware
- Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++ Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are preferred
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data to make strategic decisions
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to educate non-technical colleagues about security protocols and potential risks
THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE, HYBRID (2 DAYS ONSITE) POSITION.*
NO C2C. NO SPONSORSHIP
NO RELOCATION AVAILABLE