IT Security Engineer (Onsite)

Colony Brands, Inc.; Monroe (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Colony Brands, Inc. is seeking an IT Security Engineer to develop and implement effective information security programs. The role includes defining security policies, investigating incidents, and advising on security issues.

The ideal candidate will have significant technical knowledge, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and at least 3 years of experience. Certifications like CISSP are preferred. The position is located in Monroe, Wisconsin and is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' related business experience in IT security.
• Experience with security technologies and governance.
• CISSP Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement information security programs.
• Investigate and report security violations.
• Research and recommend security mitigation solutions.

Skills

Information security knowledge

Technical communication skills

Vulnerability scanning

Patch management

Cloud security (AWS)

Education

Bachelor's degree in MIS, Computer Sciences, Information Technology or related discipline

Tools

Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)

Security Information & Event Management (SIEM)

Job description

IT Security Engineer Overview

SC Data Center, Inc. is an affiliate company of Colony Brands, Inc., which is one of the world’s largest and most successful direct marketing catalog and e-Commerce companies. To support our growing business, we are seeking an IT Security Engineer to promote and execute our information security programs, policies and related regulatory compliance so that we may support and protect our customers, company, and affiliates. We operate with a lean team that necessitates a strong multi-tasking and multi-faceted skillset. If you’re an IT professional with experience in process/procedure development side of security and don’t want to be restricted to a niche area – this position should interest you!

What You’ll Do

The Security Engineer is a critical member of the IT Security team and works closely with the other members of the team to develop and implement a comprehensive information security program. You’ll work across IT to select and deploy technical controls to meet specific security requirements and define processes and standards to ensure that security configurations are maintained.

In general, you’ll be responsible for defining and promoting the information security policies, processes, and standards by designing technologies in a secure manner, monitoring compliance against company policies, applicable law(s), investigating and reporting security violations and incidents. You’ll report and advise on information security issues to ensure internal security controls are appropriate and operating as intended. You’ll analyze information and processes to balance normal vulnerability levels with investment, personnel and end‑user capabilities.

You’ll Also Be Responsible For

• Serving as a subject matter expert to the business and providing security guidance
• Partnering with Project Teams to facilitate and implement new systems, policies, and processes
• Partnering with Managed Service SOC to coordinate centralized logging and identification of security incidents or misconfigured security controls
• Coordinating/conducting responses to information security incidents (ability to begin forensic investigation as part of the Incident Response process)
• Preparing documentation, business notifications, and security alerts
• Daily interaction with our employees on security alerts from EDR (Endpoint Detection & Response), SIEM (Security Incident & Event Management), Phishing identification tools, and general service tickets.
• Researching, recommending, and developing security and risk mitigation solutions

Note: This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Qualifications – What It Takes

This role requires someone that enjoys variety in their everyday work with significant technical knowledge around information security engineering and policy/procedures. Ideally you will have a bachelor’s degree in MIS, Computer Sciences, Information Technology or related discipline and 3+ years’ related business experience.

In Addition, We Are Looking For

• A Broad and in-depth understanding of information security and information technology auditing
• A commitment to continuous improvement and knowledge growth; this role requires someone who will stay current with security technologies
• Documented ability to utilize security systems such as vulnerability scanners, logging software, Multi Factor Authentication, SAML Federation, and experience with patch management processes
• Experience with diverse desktop and server environments, networking, and operational security technologies both on premise and in the Cloud (AWS preferred)
• Solid written and verbal communication skills at all comprehension levels. Experience with driving Security Awareness programs is desired.
• CISSP Certification is preferred
• Experience working with small to mid-size companies is helpful
• PCI, SOC1, Audit & HIPAA experience is a plus