Security Engineer II - Must be Local
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- Phoenix, AZ
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Design and implement security controls and architectures tailored to each client's unique needs to safeguard data and systems.
- Lead the integration of cybersecurity best practices into development and deployment processes, collaborating with internal teams and clients.
- Help design, implement, and maintain security tools, processes, and policies to ensure client product and system security, ensuring compliance with relevant standards (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS).
- Lead vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring timely remediation of critical vulnerabilities across multiple client environments.
- Manage incident response processes, coordinate with stakeholders (including clients) during incidents, ensure compliance with Arizona's data breach notification laws, and conduct post-incident reviews.
- Develop and update security policies and procedures; conduct training programs to educate both internal staff and client employees on best practices.
- Manage security-related projects from start to finish; mentor junior security engineers to enhance their skills.
- Monitor network traffic and security alerts for potential threats across multiple client environments.
- Monitor security alerts and events using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and other monitoring tools.
- Assist in patch management to ensure systems are updated with the latest security patches for all clients.
- Review and investigate security events to identify vulnerabilities or breaches; communicate findings to clients as necessary.
- Create and maintain regular security status reports for senior management and clients to provide visibility into security posture.
- Support internal and external audits by providing relevant security data and documentation; ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with sales and account management teams to assess potential clients' security needs and propose appropriate solutions.
- Implement automation and advanced security tools (e.g., multi-factor authentication, encryption) to efficiently manage security across multiple clients.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical clients.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and with clients.
- Strong interest in learning and growing in the field of cybersecurity.
- Experience with security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001).
- Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, etc.).
- Understanding of common attack vectors and mitigation techniques (e.g., phishing, malware).
- Knowledge of compliance standards relevant to MSP clients (e.g., HIPAA, PCI DSS).
- Experience with automating security tasks and managing security in a multi-client environment.
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Must have relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Cloud Advance Security Professional (CASP), SSCP, CISSP or CISM.
- 4 to 6 years of experience in cybersecurity, including at least 2 years as a security engineer; experience in security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001) and cloud security (AWS, Azure, etc.).
- Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, etc.).
- Familiarity with firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability management tools.
- Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, MacOS) and basic system administration.
- Experience with common security tools and techniques for identifying and mitigating threats.
- Experience working in an MSP environment or with multiple clients is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with Arizona's data breach notification laws (A.R.S. §§ 18-551 and 18-552) and other relevant state regulations.