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Information Systems Security Engineer II

BioFire Defense, LLC

Salt Lake City (UT)

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USD 90,000 - 120,000

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Job summary

BioFire Defense, a leader in security solutions, is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer II to join their IT team. In this role, you will protect IT infrastructure, respond to cyber threats, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should have extensive experience in cybersecurity with a focus on maintaining secure systems and documentation. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a robust retirement plan.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with company match
4 Weeks of PTO
9 Paid Holidays
Paid Winter Break
Wellness Program
Company Sponsored Events
Free Parking

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of hands-on experience in IT security roles.
  • Familiarity with federal security regulatory requirements.
  • Expertise in managing cybersecurity threats and risk management practices.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain IT security infrastructure.
  • Monitor and analyze security incidents and apply protective measures.
  • Document procedures and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Cybersecurity
Communication Skills
Problem Solving
Risk Management
Customer Service Orientation

Education

DoD Personnel Security Clearance
Industry Certifications (e.g. CompTIA, CISSP)

Tools

Firewalls
Antivirus Software
Encryption Technologies
Windows Server OS
Linux Server OS
Virtualization
AWS
Azure

Job description

Job Description/Duties:

BioFire Defense is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer II to join our IT team. Your general IT administrative duties will consist of assisting with the design, implementation, documentation and maintenance of business system infrastructure and applications. Primary administrative responsibilities are protecting the company IT infrastructure, applications, and data from cyber threats. This role involves monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, implementing protective measures, and ensuring compliance with industry and government standards.

You will work with departments throughout the company of various professional disciplines to support their technological and IT needs. Integral to the role will be an awareness of the latest IT solutions and to maintain existing infrastructure to comply with the industry’s best practice standards.

Being part of the IT Team at BioFire Defense will allow you the opportunity to work with a wide variety of both best-of-breed technologies and all-encompassing platforms.

You will be involved as a key contributor to the IT team in managing and maintaining business system infrastructure and its overall security posture, as well as assisting in other critical IT related activities as directed by the IT management.

Skills/Education/Experience Requirements:

Qualifying candidates should have 7+ years of hands-on-experience and a working knowledge in multiple disciplines within the realm of IT with relevant work as an information systems and/or security administrator. Familiarity and/or experience with federal government security regulatory requirements along with their application and execution within the IT business system is a plus. Must have or obtain and maintain a DoD Personnel Security Clearance.

Formal education degrees are considered but are not required. Applicable industry certificates and years of real-world experience hold more value to the potential of the candidate. Certifications likeCompTIA,CEH, CISSP/CCSP, CISM/CISA, andGIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)are a plus.

Soft skill expectations: Must have strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Must have the ability to document complex procedures with clarity and reproducibility. Must be resourceful and can problem-solve in an effective and efficient manner. Candidates must have a customer service-oriented mindset and the ability to work with colleagues of all levels of IT aptitude. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, security technologies and risk management practices.

Technical skill expectations: Familiarity with and/or industry relevant experience in the following areas: Cybersecurity, Windows and Linux Server OS, Virtualization, Networking, Storage, Backups, Software Management, Databases management, Azure and AWS cloud infrastructure, and M365 administration. An understanding of various cybersecurity concepts, including threat modeling, risk management and security protocols. Expertise in security tools and technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, antivirus software and encryption technologies. Experience with security controls on government information systems a plus.

Benefits:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k - company match of 5% regardless of participation and up to a total of 9.5% company match if contributing
  • 4 Weeks of PTO
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Winter Break from the work week between December 24 thru December 31
  • Participation in Company's Wellness Program (discounted medical premiums)
  • Multiple Company Sponsored Events Each Year (catered breakfast/lunch, holiday parties, snacks)
  • Stimulating work environment
  • Convenient location near I-15 and Trax Station
  • Free Parking

Our EEO Policy

BioFire Defense is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. BioFire Defense complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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