Cybersecurity Engineer III

Cobb Electric Membership Corporation; Marietta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

First-day coverage

Pension plan

401(k) matching

Annual bonus

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Cobb EMC is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer III to strengthen our enterprise security posture. You will install, maintain, and optimize security systems, coordinate with teams, and drive improvements across the security stack.

The role requires strong experience in network security, firewalls, and SOC activities, with a hybrid work arrangement offering one remote day per week after training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT security or related technical field.
• Eight+ years IT experience with six years in network infrastructure/security.
• Proficiency in Firewall installation/maintenance, remote access, and NAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and support enterprise security systems.
• Coordinate network security software/hardware with peer teams.
• Diagnose security issues and implement effective solutions and improvements.

Skills

Firewall mgmt

Network security monitoring

Intrusion prevention

Linux admin

Active Directory

Scripting languages

Cybersecurity programs

Data loss prevention

Vulnerability management

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT Security or related field

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Google SecOps

SIEM

Job description

Overview

🔐⚡Cybersecurity Engineer III- Protect the systems that power our communities

Cobb EMC is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer III to help protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our corporate enterprise network. In this critical role, you will implement proven technologies, maintain robust security standards, and strengthen the systems that keep our organization secure and resilient.

If you have extensive experience with network security controls, firewalls, intrusion prevention, security information and event management systems, and cybersecurity standards, this may be the opportunity for you👇

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Hybrid work schedule (1 remote day per week after training)

🚀 Why You'll Love Working Here

Amazing Benefits from Day One

✅ Company-paid medical insurance premiums✅ Coverage starts on your first day of employment✅ Retirement Security Pension Plan✅ Automatic 7% company contribution to your 401(k) plus additional matching✅ Annual incentive bonus program✅ Tuition assistance and certification reimbursement

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

Strengthen Our Enterprise Security Environment

• Install, maintain, and support high-quality enterprise security systems.
• Coordinate the installation and maintenance of network security software and hardware with peer teams.
• Diagnose network security, software, and hardware issues, then implement effective solutions and enhancements.
• Help develop, implement, and maintain a Security Operations Center.
• Work with service vendors to ensure equipment and software are properly serviced.
• Oversee the maintenance and inventory of network security systems.

Support Technology Planning and Investment

• Assist management with budgeting and purchasing security hardware and software.
• Research future security technology, software, and service needs.
• Contribute to the annual budgeting and monthly budget variance processes.
• Help Information Technology leadership monitor activities for compliance with Cobb EMC cybersecurity policies.

Lead, Collaborate, and Share Your Expertise

• Coordinate the planning, design, and execution of network projects.
• Assist with security assessments and audits.
• Provide hands-on technical training to peer teams.
• Actively participate on the Security Operations Team.
• Contribute to the Security Education, Training, and Awareness Team.
• Serve as an active member of the Cyber Security Incident Response Team.
• Recommend relevant off-site technical training opportunities

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology Security or other highly technical field.

Eight plus years of experience in Information Technology with six years of experience in Network Infrastructure and Security. Job responsibilities also require that the Security Engineer III be proficient in the installation and maintenance of Firewall’s. Remote Access systems, and Network Access Control systems.

Additional items of knowledge and experience needed include:

• Network Security Monitoring systems
• Network Authentication systems
• Network Security assessments
• Linux administration
• Microsoft domain services
• Cybersecurity programs

SKILLS:

Knowledge of data loss prevention

Knowledge of hacking techniques

Knowledge of vulnerability management programs

Knowledge of virtual environments

Knowledge of scripting languages

Knowledge of project management concepts

Demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills

Must be able to demonstrate creativity and out-of-box thinking in analyzing and delivering solutions.

Must be a self-starter able to work without close supervision and to think independently.

Excellent organizational, verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to appropriately handle confidential information

Ability to work off hours/shifts as needed/required

PREFERRED:

Previous utility experience

Experience with Network Performance Monitor/Network Detection and Response platforms, Multifactor authentication systems, Routing/Switching, Firewalls and Security Policy, network access control systems,

SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel and Google SecOps.

CORE Values:

Put People First

Care, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences.

Stay Safe

No shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each other

Innovate

Embrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution.

Own It

Own your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning.

EOE/Disability/Vets/Drug-Free Workplace

Minimum Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology Security or other highly technical field. Eight plus years of experience in Information Technology with six years of experience in Network Infrastructure and Security. Job responsibilities also require that the Security Engineer III be proficient in the installation and maintenance of Firewall’s. Remote Access systems, and Network Access Control systems. Additional items of knowledge and experience needed include:- Network Security Monitoring systems- Network Authentication systems- Network Security assessments- Linux administration- Microsoft domain services- Cybersecurity programsSKILLS:Knowledge of data loss preventionKnowledge of hacking techniquesKnowledge of vulnerability management programs Knowledge of virtual environmentsKnowledge of scripting languagesKnowledge of project management conceptsDemonstrated public speaking and presentation skills Must be able to demonstrate creativity and out-of-box thinking in analyzing and delivering solutions.Must be a self-starter able to work without close supervision and to think independently.Excellent organizational, verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to appropriately handle confidential informationAbility to work off hours/shifts as needed/requiredPREFERRED:Previous utility experienceExperience with Network Performance Monitor/Network Detection and Response platforms, Multifactor authentication systems, Routing/Switching, Firewalls and Security Policy, network access control systems, SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel and Google SecOps.CORE Values:Put People FirstCare, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences.Stay SafeNo shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each otherInnovateEmbrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution.Own ItOwn your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning.EOE/Disability/Vets/Drug-Free Workplace