100% REMOTE OPPORTUNITY Our client has immediate openings for a highly motivated
Systems Engineer to join their dynamic and growing team. The ideal candidate will be full of enthuasim and drive. The client is open to 100% remote resources, with the ability to work EST hours. Visa Sponsorship is not available at this time.
location: JACKSONVILLE, Florida
job type: Contract
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
Description
Sr. Linux/Unix Systems Security Engineers are responsible for monitoring, installation, configuration, administration, troubleshooting and maintenance of virtual and physical server technology. Sr. Systems Security Engineers provide technical support, troubleshoot problem and perform scripting/programming to ensure stable and efficient operation of technology solutions and the management of security safeguards.
Essential functions:
- Essential Functions:
- Perform installation and configuration management of security systems and applications, including policy assessment and compliance tools, network security and host-based security systems for UNIX/LINUX System
- Creating UNIX file systems
- Create Unix based Policies related to security tools
- Perform remedial actions as a result of threat and vulnerability assessments or audits.
- Locate and repair security problems and failures relation to RHEL and AIX Systems
- Prepare and analyze security incident and event data reporting
- Train others on the use of security tools and resolution of security issues
- Familiar with UNIX Shell Scripting
- Research, recommend, evaluate and implement information security solutions
- Monitor and analyze unusual or suspicious activity and make recommendations for resolution
- Serve on projects and initiatives to develop, plan and implement network and distributed system security technologies
- Serves as a liaison with product vendors and service providers in support of application development, operations, network and privacy teams
- Serve on projects, initiatives or work groups as assigned which may include Event Management, Identity and Access Management, Risk and Control Assessment, Threat and Vulnerability Management.
Experience Details: Unix/Linux command line experience
Additional Required Qualifications:
Knowledge of information security principles, including risk assessment and management, threat and vulnerability management, incident response and identity and access management
Knowledge of network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls and associated network protocols and concepts
strong technical knowledge of current systems, software, protocols and standards. including TCP/IP and network administration/protocols
Experience developing, documenting and maintaining security procedures
In-depth knowledge of operating systems and security applications, as well as a working knowledge of basic network protocols and tools
Proven leadership abilities including effective knowledge sharing, conflict resolution, facilitation of open discussions, fairness and displaying appropriate levels of assertiveness
Proven ability to work under stress in emergencies with flexibility to handle multiple high-pressure situations simultaneously
Ability to communicate highly complex technical information clearly and articulately for all levels and audiences
Ability to manage tasks independently and take ownership of responsibilities
Ability to learn from mistakes and apply constructive feedback to improve performance
strong customer focus with ability to manage customer expectations and experience and build long-term relationships
strong team-oriented interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with a broad range of people and roles including vendors and IT-business personnel
Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
High critical thinking skills to evaluate alternatives and present solutions that are consistent with business objectives and strategy.
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
Relevant IT Security certifications
Experience using Agile methodology
Required Experience:
5-8 years of related work experience or equivalent combination of transferable experience demonstrating proficiency and experience in design, implementation, monitoring and troubleshooting technology
Required Education:
Related Bachelor's degree in an IT related field or relevant work experience
qualifications:
Experience level: Experienced
Minimum 5 years of experience
Education: Bachelors (required)
skills:
Unix
Linux
Shell Scripting
Security
Risk Assessment
Vulnerability Management
Access Management
Threat Management
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