Industrial Security Senior Engineer

SK hynix memory solutions; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SK hynix Memory Solutions America in San Jose is seeking an IT Security Senior Engineer to operate and manage the organization''s security solutions and provide IT security services. You will also perform IT security review support, carry out security projects, and respond to external hacking attempts and security incidents.

You will lead security policy development, training, and awareness programs, while collaborating with IT operations and development teams to integrate security requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of information security, network security, or related experience.
• Ability to lead projects and work with technical teams and stakeholders.
• Bilingual in English and Korean for reporting and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Establish, review, and revise company-wide security policies and regulations in line with business changes and regulatory requirements
• Plan and deliver annual security training for all employees
• Design and run security awareness campaigns and activities
• Develop and oversee security policies, access control policies, and security solution policies such as firewalls
• Operate and maintain security solutions, including SIEM, EDR, IPS, and WAF
• Monitor and analyze security logs and network traffic, utilizing packet analysis to identify and address threats
• Detect and respond to intrusion attempts, malicious activity, and unusual behavior through proactive security monitoring
• Conduct security assessments for new systems, applications, and infrastructure modifications
• Identify security vulnerabilities by understanding network, server, and application architectures
• Deploy vulnerability assessment and diagnostic tools to identify and remediate security risks
• Investigate security incidents, perform root cause analysis, assess impact, and implement corrective actions
• Conduct comprehensive security review when there is any information system deployment, and information system changes
• Support external security audits and required compliance work
• Collaborate with IT operations and development teams to ensure security requirements are integrated
• Maintain knowledge and skills on recent evolving threats, attack methods, and security best practices
• Operate and manage physical security controls (access control, CCTV, security systems)

Skills

Project leadership

Security judgment

Bilingual English/Korean

Tools

Firewalls

VPN

Proxy

NAC

IPS

SSL inspection

EDR

DLP

DRM

Email security

Security monitoring tools

Job description

Job Title: Industrial Security Senior Engineer
Department: Industrial Security
Company: SK hynix Memory Solutions America
Location: San Jose, California

About the Company

At SK hynix memory solutions,we're at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions that power everything from smartphones to data centers. As a global leader in NAND flash technology and memory solutions, we drive the evolution of advancing mobile technology, empowering cloud computing, and pioneering future technologies. Our cutting-edge memory technologies are essential in today's most advanced electronic devices and IT infrastructure, enabling enhanced performance and user experiences across the digital landscape.

We're looking for innovative minds to join our mission of shaping the future of technology. At SK hynix memory solutions, you'll be part of a team that's pioneering breakthrough memory solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability. We're not just adapting to technological change – we're driving it, with significant investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and eco-friendly solutions and operational practices. As we continue to expand our market presence and push the boundaries of what's possible in semiconductor technology, we invite you to be part of our journey to creating the next generation of memory solutions that will define the future of computing.

Position Summary

As an IT Security expert at SK hynix Memory Solutions America, you will be responsible for operating and managing the organization's security solutions and providing IT security services.
You will also perform IT security review support, carry out security projects, and respond to external hacking attempts and security incidents.

Job Description

• Establish, review, and revise company-wide security policies and regulations in line with business changes and regulatory requirements
• Plan and deliver annual security training for all employees
• Design and run security awareness campaigns and activities
• Develop and oversee security policies, access control policies, and security solution policies such as firewalls.
• Operate and maintain security solutions, including SIEM, EDR, IPS, and WAF.
• Monitor and analyze security logs and network traffic, utilizing packet analysis to identify and address threats.
• Detect and respond to intrusion attempts, malicious activity, and unusual behavior through proactive security monitoring.
• Conduct security assessments for new systems, applications, and infrastructure modifications.
• Identify security vulnerabilities by understanding network, server, and application architectures
• Deploy vulnerability assessment and diagnostic tools to identify and remediate security risks.
• Investigate security incidents, perform root cause analysis, assess impact, and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct comprehensive security review when there is any information system deployment, and information system changes.
• Support external security audits and required compliance work.
• Collaborate with IT operations and development teams to ensure security requirements are integrated.
• Maintain knowledge and skills on recent evolving threats, attack methods, and security best practices.
• Operate and manage physical security controls (access control, CCTV, security systems)

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in information security, network security, industrial security, or a related discipline.
• Ability to lead projects, exercise sound security judgment, and work effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, and external service providers.
• Business proficiency in English and Korean — able to write documents/reports, conduct meetings and communicate with internal/external stakeholders in both languages
• Strong hands‑on experience configuring, operating, and troubleshooting enterprise network security solutions, including firewalls, VPN, proxy, NAC, IPS, and SSL inspection.
• Strong working knowledge of endpoint and information protection solutions, including EDR, DLP, DRM, email security, and security monitoring tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a multinational organization supporting corporate or R&D environments.
• Experience with physical security systems, security audits, or corporate security policy implementation.
• Experience managing security vendors, budgets, or procurement.
• Familiarity with security considerations for cloud services, AI technologies, and internally developed applications.
• Relevant professional or vendor‑specific security certifications.

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