Cybersecurity Engineer

Company: AETEA Information Technology Inc.
Location: Rockville
Posted on: November 18, 2020

Job Description:

Aetea has been asked by their valued client, to assist with their need for a Cybersecurity Engineer. The client and the team yoursquoll be working in are great and offer positive challenges in a dynamic environment. The Cybersecurity Engineer will play a lead role in establishing and planning information security policies, and they will contribute to and develop cybersecurity strategies that are in line with best practices. They will implement protective measures through firewalls, software solutions, custom scripts, custom and COTS tools, and data encryption technologies. The Cybersecurity Engineer will perform andor oversee vulnerability and penetration testing, oversee loggingmonitoringauditing operations, and perform incident investigations, RCA, forensics. They will oversee existing agent-based endpoint tools and recommend changes in tools andor configuration. Responsibilities include but are not limited to Administer and install firewalls, intrusion detection systems, intrusion prevention systems, and SIEM solutions andor oversee third parties in these activities. Review and analyze data across log analytics tools and IDS and IPS applications, and produce reports for review and discussion. Troubleshoot network and security issues. Respond to system andor network security breaches, including the execution of the SIRP. Secure the network perimeter with a zero-trust approach including MFA, conditional access, MDM host checking, and environmental factors to make real-time access decisions. Drive and mature the change managementconfiguration management function in IT. Ensure that proposed system changes are reviewed and that implemented system modifications do not adversely impact the security of the system. Perform vulnerability testing and penetration testing to identify and remediate network and system vulnerabilities using tools such as Nessus, Qualys, etc. Work closely with related functions such as Corporate Security, Facilities and Engineering, Corporate Risk Management, etc. Lead and champion the Cybersecurity Awareness program. Perform security assessments of application vendors, suppliers, supply chain partners, etc. Oversee cloud-based security controls and configuration, especially within Microsoft 365. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Computer Science or related field. 5 years of experience in Information Security or Information Technology (with at least 3 years directly focused on cybersecurity). Strong knowledge of managing security in Microsoft 365, Azure Cloud, and related Microsoft AD and Azure AD services, with hands-on experience with the following items Azure AD Conditional Access Azure Information Protection Data Classification and Labeling Azure ID Identity Protection Strong understanding of TCPIP, subnetting, routing, access control lists, firewalls, VPN, NAT, and network traffic analysis. Basic functional scriptingprogramming skills including the ability to write a few basic statements and commands in at least one common security scripting language such as Regex, Python, Powershell, Ruby, JavaScript, Splunk SPL, Painless Script, Azure KQL, etc. Rich understanding of network and systems underlying technologies to extract security insights, including syslog, DNS, firewalls, routers, LDAP, load balancers, and event logs. Knowledge of information security standards such as NIST, PCI, GDPR, HIPAA, etc. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Security certifications such as SANSGIAC, CISSP, ISACA, CISM preferred. Familiarity or experience with ethical hacking, penetration testing, blue team, red team, or purple team exercises preferred. Secret clearance preferred. This is a great opportunity to get in with a stable and growing organization that values technology and the people that drive it. There is a lot more we can share with you about the role, so please contact me (or apply) at mailto or through the ldquoapplyrdquo function listed. This is an urgent opportunity and the client committed to moving quick when they identify the right person. For more than 30 years, Aetea Information Technology has been the go-to partner for both premier clients and IT professionals alike. As a full spectrum IT Human Capital organization, we have experience in all industries, supporting clients ranging from emerging start-ups to Fortune 50. Our consultants value Aetea for their benefits, length of assignments, sequential employment opportunities, and compensation models not to mention the attentiveness and world-class support you will receive from the internal Aetea team.

Keywords: AETEA Information Technology Inc., Rockville , Cybersecurity Engineer, Other , Rockville, Maryland