Job Summary:
The Security Engineer/Analyst will play a crucial role in securing the organizations infrastructure. This involves proactive monitoring configuring and managing security tools (firewalls endpoint protection SIEMs) conducting vulnerability scans and assisting with remediation investigating security incidents and developing mitigation plans and contributing to the creation of security documentation such as playbooks and hardening guides. The position requires a strong understanding of network security and various security technologies.
Location: Buffalo New York United States
Responsibilities:
- Configure and manage firewalls endpoint protection and SIEMs.
- Conduct vulnerability scans and assist with patch remediation.
- Investigate security incidents and collaborate on mitigation plans.
- Assist in creating security playbooks and hardening guides.
Required Skills & Certifications:
- 5 years in cybersecurity security engineering or SOC analyst roles.
- Deep knowledge of EDR DLP IDS/IPS and network security.
- One of the following certifications: GSEC CASP CEH or OSCP (OSCP required if offensive testing is involved).
- Knowledge of NIST 800-53 / 800-115 CIS Controls CJIS PCI-DSS and HIPAA.
Preferred Skills & Certifications:
- CISSP certification.
Special Considerations:
- None specified.
Scheduling:
- Not specified.