Cybersecurity Engineer III

Cobb EMC; Marietta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Annual bonus

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Cobb EMC in Marietta, GA is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer III to protect our enterprise network. In this role you will implement security technologies, maintain standards, and strengthen the systems that keep our organization secure and resilient.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (1 remote day per week after training) and competitive benefits including company-paid medical insurance, a generous 401(k) with match, tuition assistance, and an annual incentive bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT security or a related technical field.
• 8+ years in IT with 6+ years in network security.
• Proficiency in firewall installation/maintenance, remote access systems, and network access control.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and support enterprise security systems.
• Coordinate security software/hardware with peer teams.
• Diagnose security issues and implement solutions.
• Develop and maintain a Security Operations Center.
• Oversee vendor relationships and system inventory.
• Assist with budgeting and planning for security hardware/software.
• Provide security training and participate in incident response.

Skills

Data loss prevention

Hacking techniques

Vulnerability management

Virtual environments

Scripting languages

Project management concepts

Public speaking

Creative problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT Security

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Google SecOps

Network Performance Monitor

Network Detection and Response

Job description

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

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

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 Firewalls. Remote Access systems, and Network Access Control systems.

• 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