Security Engineer

Company: Eleven Recruiting
Location: Redondo Beach
Posted on: January 21, 2023

Job Description:

About Eleven RecruitingWe are a specialized technology staffing agency supporting professional and financial services companies. Why do we stand out in technology staffing? We listen and act as advisors for our candidates on how they can best add value, find interesting projects, and pave a path for career advancement. We advocate for best pay, diversity in tech, and best job-fit for every candidate we place.
And we are looking for a Security Engineer!
Our client, a private money lender, specializing in the financing of non-owner-occupied residential investment properties is committed to a culture of inclusion, recognition, and success for teammates and clients alike. The company has been recognized by Best Workplaces and Fortune as a Great Place to Work, and ranks among the top 5% of companies nationally for employee engagement.
The Security Engineer will test, screen, and monitor company security software. They will be the first line of defense against unauthorized access from outside sources and potential security threats. The Security Engineer will pinpoint any potential threats and always be prepared with a plan before any security threats take place. They will also implement and test different strategies to be fully prepared against any cyber-attacks under the supervision of the VP, Information Technology.
Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and manage firewalls with intrusion detection devices or system programs.
• Scan and monitor networks for possible vulnerabilities and invasions.
• Report security issues to IT management and recommend security enhancements as needed.
• Perform assessments and penetration testing.
• Conduct scans of networks to find vulnerabilities.
• Be aware and alert of irregular system behavior.
• Lead investigations into how breaches happen.
• Assist with installation of software to help with notifications of invasions.
• Develop automation scripts to handle and track incidents.
• Handle all firewalls and data encryption programs.
• Test security solutions using industry standard analysis criteria.
• Aware of current cybersecurity trends with continued research to make recommendation for improvements.
  Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 6-8 years' experience in IT security or equivalent experience, preferably in the mortgage or banking industry.
  • Current Security Certifications such as CISSP or CISM.
  • Extensive knowledge of security software such as Firewalls, Anti-virus, Anti-SPAM, Anti-Spyware, WAF, Vulnerability Scans and other security related technologies.
  • Knowledge of DLP and NAC platforms, such as Digital Guardian and FortiNAC.
  • Knowledge of ProofPoint and FortiGate a plus.
  • Proficiency in JAVA, PythonNet, C++, and PowerShell.
    Seniority Level: Mid-Senior LevelEmployment Type: Full-TimeJob Function: Information TechnologyIndustry: Financial ServicesSalary: $140,000 - $160,000

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