Security Engineer III

Rack Room Shoes; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company is seeking a Senior Technical Engineer to lead investigations and enhance cybersecurity measures. Located in Charlotte, NC, this role involves mentoring junior engineers and handling complex cybersecurity challenges. Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field and have 6-10 years of practical experience in network security. The environment is fast-paced, requiring effective collaboration and communication skills, and some flexibility with working hours including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6-10 years of industry-related experience as a Network and Cybersecurity Engineer.
• Working experience with user emphasis in Network or Cybersecurity production support.
• Strong knowledge of advanced cyber threats and adversary methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex investigations and drive remediation across teams.
• Improve detection and monitoring processes.
• Mentor junior engineers within the team.

Skills

Network security administration

Cyber security architecture

Problem-solving skills

Incident response

Cyber threat hunting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in IT discipline

Tools

Cisco routers and switches

Cybersecurity tools and platforms

Job description

Summary of Job

Acts as the senior technical engineer leading investigations, remediation, and improvements in detection and response.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead complex investigations
• Drive remediation across teams
• Improve detection and monitoring
• Identify control gaps
• Mentor junior engineers

Knowledge, Ability and Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills and thorough knowledge of network security administration, cyber security architecture and network security protocols, cyber security and data protection. Knowledge of PCI standard is required.
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in IT discipline (computer related field with Cybersecurity emphasis)
• At least 6-10 years of industry-related practical experience as a Network and Cybersecurity Engineer.
• Network or Cybersecurity production support with user emphasis.
• Must be able to work with a team, but also autonomously as needed.
• Working experience with Cisco routers, switches, Wi-Fi controllers and firewalls is required.
• Working experience with Cybersecurity tools and platforms (Cisco preferred).
• Good understanding of penetration testing methodologies, vulnerability scanning and remediation.
• Experience in the following areas: incident response, cyber threat hunting, and cyber security analytics.
• Strong knowledge of advanced cyber threats and adversary methodologies.
• An explorer—curious and investigative, analytical and methodical problem solver, strong student of discipline, ethical and reliable.
• Must be able to work well under pressure of impending deadlines and be able to recognize and act on the priority of work assigned.
• Must have a good attitude and work with everyone with professionalism.
• A strong communicator

Work Environment

• The work environment includes typical computer-related noise with exposure to computer hardware and video screens. It is fast paced with production issues dictating and changing work priorities. Incumbent is on call to provide support services during off hours. Scheduled night and weekend work is required. You must be energetic and self-motivated to keep up.
• This position is located in Charlotte, NC and the candidate must be willing to relocate, if not already in the Charlotte Metro area.
  Working primarily in an office environment.

Physical Demands

• This position is primarily sedentary. Applicants, with or without accommodations, must be able to sit for extended periods, as well as occasionally stand and walk. The role requires reaching, grasping, and possessing fine motor skills for typing. Additionally, candidates should be able to lift light objects, such as files, bend or stoop to access lower drawers, and have good near vision for computer work.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.