We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cyber
Security Engineer to join our team. This role is critical in safeguarding our
organization's infrastructure, applications, and data against potential
threats. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cyber security
principles, a proven ability to design and implement advanced security
solutions, and the expertise to lead security initiatives in a dynamic
environment.
Key Responsibilities: Security Architecture and Design:
- Develop, implement, and maintain security
architectures for applications, networks, and cloud environments.
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to
integrate security best practices into system designs.
Threat Management:
- Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments
to identify vulnerabilities.
- Develop and implement mitigation strategies
for identified risks.
- Monitor emerging threats and ensure proactive
defenses are in place.
Incident Response:
- Lead the response to security incidents,
including root cause analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery.
- Develop and maintain incident response plans
and playbooks.
Compliance and Governance:
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and
regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, PCI-DSS).
- Develop and enforce security policies,
procedures, and guidelines.
Security Tool Management:
- Implement and manage security technologies,
such as firewalls, SIEMs, EDR solutions, and DLP systems.
- Optimize and tune security tools to improve
effectiveness and efficiency.
Training and Mentorship:
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior
engineers and team members.
- Conduct security awareness training for
employees across the organization.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Act as a liaison between security, IT, and
business teams to align security initiatives with organizational goals.
- Communicate complex security concepts to
non-technical stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber
Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 7+ years of experience in cyber security,
with a focus on architecture, engineering, or incident response.
- Expertise in security frameworks and
standards (e.g., NIST, CIS, OWASP).
- Hands-on experience with security tools
(e.g., SIEMs, firewalls, EDR solutions, and vulnerability management systems).
- Proficiency in scripting or programming
(e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash).
- In-depth knowledge of network protocols,
cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), and endpoint protection.
Preferred:
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM,
CEH, or GIAC.
- Experience with hybrid cloud environments and
containerized architectures (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
- Strong understanding of identity and access
management (IAM) principles and tools.
Key
Competencies:
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with a
detail-oriented approach.
- Strong written and verbal communication
skills.
- Ability to work independently and lead
cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying
current with the latest security trends.