Security Engineer

Job Description:

DPP is seeking a Security Engineer to provide hands-on technical support across multiple security disciplines in South Carolina.

Work location: Onsite, hybrid, remote
Duration: 12 months with the possibility of extension
Terms: W2 position
Candidate location: Preference will be given to local candidates

Position summary:

The Security Engineer will assist full-time security architects and engineering staff with the implementation, integration and operationalization of enterprise security technologies and programs.
The Engineer will provide hands-on technical support across multiple security disciplines, including but not limited to SIEM, XDR, Vulnerability Management, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Security Awareness, endpoint and Linux sensor deployment, and security automation initiatives.
The role requires experience in information security architecture and solution design to support the strategic planning, design, implementation and continuous improvement of secure systems and services.

Responsibilities:

Assist in the planning, design, deployment and operational support of enterprise security platforms, including:
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
- Vulnerability Management platforms and processes
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions
- Security Awareness and training platforms
Support the development and maturation of the enterprise Vulnerability Management Program, including scanning, reporting, remediation tracking and metrics.
Build, deploy, configure, and maintain Linux-based security sensors and related endpoint monitoring tools.
Assist in the integration and automation of disparate security and enterprise IT tools using scripting and orchestration technologies.
Collaborate with security architects to design and implement enterprise security solutions that align with leadership’s business goals, regulatory requirements and organizational risk tolerance.
Design, deploy and manage countermeasures to address known security threats and contribute to mitigation strategies for emerging threats to enterprise data, systems and services.
Ensure consistent application of security controls across enterprise infrastructure and applications; validate control effectiveness and recommend improvements.
Support incident detection and response activities through monitoring, log analysis and reporting.
Develop technical documentation, implementation guides and standard operating procedures as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of Information Security.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Bachelor’s degree in an Information Technology or Information Security Related Field
- 8+ years of experience in Cybersecurity may be substituted in lieu of education
5+ years of experience implementing and supporting enterprise security tools (SIEM, CRIBL, XDR, Vulnerability Management, DLP, Endpoint Security)
5+ years of experience in supporting large IT environments and/or system deployments
5+ years of experience developing automation and integrations using scripting languages such as Python and BASH.

Preferred:

CISSP or Security+ Certifications
SIEM Administration, Analysis, and Reporting experience.
Experience building and deploying Linux-based security sensors.
Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST CSF, CJIS, IRS 1075, and CMS MARS-E.
The candidate is local to Columbia, SC or surrounding city in South Carolina.

Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Mike at Mike.Straindppit.com to learn more about this position (26-00355).

Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. EOE/AA/V/D

DPP offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. Call today to learn more about working with DPP.

Job Ident #: 26-00355

Company Details

DP Professionals

3741 Landmark Drive
Suite 200
Columbia, South Carolina 29204 USA
www.dppit.com/

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Job Info

Location

Columbia, South Carolina, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

DP Professionals

3741 Landmark Drive
Suite 200
Columbia, South Carolina 29204 USA
www.dppit.com/