Engineer II, Cybersecurity (networking)

CarMax; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CarMax in Richmond, VA is seeking a Cybersecurity Operations professional to implement, operate, and improve security solutions. You will gather requirements from business and IT, provide technical expertise on security projects, and help drive initiatives to completion while coordinating with teams.

Candidates typically have 1–5 years in information security operations, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and certifications such as CISSP or CCNA Security.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of information security operations experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/Cybersecurity or equivalent.
• CISSP, CISA, Security+, CCNA or CCNP Security preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement, develop, operate, and improve Cybersecurity solutions.
• Provide functional and technical expertise on projects requiring Cybersecurity services.
• Gather information from business and IT to improve security posture.
• Assist in driving tasks and projects to successful completion.
• Triage support problems and respond with appropriate urgency.
• Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation and after-hours support as needed.

Skills

Network security

Identity concepts

Windows servers

Linux systems

Cloud technologies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Cybersecurity

CISSP certification

CCNA/CCNP Security

Tools

Firewall technology

IDS/IPS systems

Cloud platforms

Windows Server

Linux

Job description

• Desire to keep current with technology and client industry
• Implement, develop, operate, and improve Cybersecurity solutions
• Provide functional and technical expertise on projects that require Cybersecurity services
• Gather information from the business and IT department to develop security-related processes and procedures to continuously improve the security posture of CarMax
• Assist in driving tasks and projects to successful completion through effective project management, customer interaction, and IT coordination
• Effectively triage support problems and respond with the appropriate level of urgency
• Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation as scheduled, and the ability to perform after hours support as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Technical Qualifications:

• Network security technologies: Firewalls, Proxies, Network Access Controls, Intrusion Detection, Intrusion Prevention, Routing
• Familiarity with identity concepts (Authentication, Authorization, and Governance), Data Loss Prevention, Secure coding and configuration standards
• Windows server and Linux Operating Systems
• Cloud technology (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS)
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills and performs well in high pressure or stressful situations
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills to include, but not limited to, verbal and written communication; delivering organized presentations; able to tailor message to the audience; and facilitate group discussions with diplomacy and seek diverse opinions
• Ability to effectively estimate the efforts of others and the impact required to accomplish requested tasks/projects

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• 1-5 years of experience in information security operations
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field or equivalent alternative education, skills, and/or practical experience is required.
• Certifications: CISSP, CISA, Security+, CCNA or CCNP Security preferred

Work Location and Arrangement: This role will be based out of the CarMax Home Office at West Creek (Richmond, VA) and associates will work onsite 4 days per week.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.