Security Engineer

Meta; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 237,000 - 291,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a Security Engineer. You will protect infrastructure by identifying threats and deploying countermeasures. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in a related field and possess coding skills in PHP, Python, or Bash, along with a robust understanding of cybersecurity. This position permits telecommuting from anywhere in the US, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master's degree in a relevant field and 24 months of experience.
• Solid understanding of threat landscapes and cybersecurity.
• Experience with coding and debugging in PHP and Python.

Responsibilities

• Identify and configure security systems.
• Analyze threats and develop countermeasures.
• Work with teams to enhance infrastructure security.

Skills

Coding skills in PHP, Python, or Bash

Internet security issues

Host, network and application security

GNU, Linux, Windows, or OS X

TCP/IP networking

Addressing cyber threats

Developing in C, C++, C#, or Java

Developing front-end and back-end systems

Education

Master's degree in Security Informatics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering

Job description

Summary:

Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology.

Required Skills:

Security Engineer Responsibilities:

1. Identify, build, and configure security systems to protect infrastructure.
2. Identify and analyze threats that aim to collect sensitive information or disrupt business.
3. Analyze malware and develop new signatures or methodologies to track activity and drive rapid deployment of countermeasures.
4. Assess the security of the core infrastructure and take a hands-on role in building solutions.
5. Make threat intelligence actionable by integrating it with existing or novel detection capabilities.
6. Define configuration standards for system and network devices to harden them against attacks.
7. Work with members of IT, Operations, and Security teams to harden the infrastructure against attack.
8. Consult on new infrastructure projects or architecture changes and evaluate security needs.
9. Communicate cross-functionally and effectively in one-on-one and group settings to explain complex security requirements to non-security individuals.
10. Assist with technical investigation, enforcement, and engineering efforts toward predictable high quality execution.
11. Review case reports and code.
12. Act as a subject matter expert and assist with technical security strategy.
13. Telecommuting is permitted from anywhere in the US.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Requires a Master's degree in Security Informatics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field and 24 months of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation. Foreign equivalent accepted
2. Requires 24 months of experience involving:
1. Coding skills in one of the following: PHP, Python, or Bash
2. Internet security issues and the threat landscape
3. Host, network and application security
4. GNU, Linux, Windows, or OS X
5. TCP/IP networking, and network services such as DNS, SMTP, and DCHP
6. Addressing cyber threats
7. Developing and debugging in C, C++, C#, or Java
8. Developing and debugging in PHP and Python
9. Distributed systems
10. Interpreting information from multiple sources and working with data sets
11. Developing front-end and back-end systems

Public Compensation:

$237,402/year to $290,180/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Equal Opportunity:

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail].