Senior Security Engineer - Team Lead/ Analyst

Futurewave Systems; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Futurewave Systems is seeking a Senior Security Engineer - Team Lead/ Analyst to join their Atlanta team. The role involves managing security assessments, performing vulnerability scans, and utilizing Information Security best practices.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field, along with significant experience in information systems security. This position requires effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in information systems security or related auditing.
• 10 years of experience in total within the information security domain.
• Ability to clearly communicate Information Security matters.

Responsibilities

• Perform vulnerability scans and assessments.
• Conduct computer forensics and information security assessments.
• Analyze network protocols and capture raw data.

Skills

Vulnerability scans and assessments

Information Security best practices

SIEM

Windows and UNIX/Linux vulnerabilities

Network protocols and data flows

Network protocol analysis

LDAP knowledge

OWASP knowledge

ISO 27001/2

PCI-DSS

Education

Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Firewalls

Routers

Load balancers

F5 ASM

Data Loss Prevention

DNS

NTP

Citrix

TACACS

IDS

IPS

SIEMS

Job description

Senior Security Engineer - Team Lead/ Analyst

Full-time

Founded in 2006, Futurewave Systems is a minority owned boutique STAFFING & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROVIDER headquartered in Atlanta, GA. We are a GLOBAL NETWORK of proven industry professionals demonstrating the fastest fulfillment rate of high tech professionals for Fortune 500 Companies.

Recommended Skills and Capabilities

• Experience with performing vulnerability scans and assessments as well as computer forensics
• Familiarity with SOA governance and policy management best practices
• Information Security best practices and common processes.
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM).
• Knowledge of Windows and UNIX/Linux vulnerabilities and exploits
• A solid understanding of various firewalls, with actual experience in design, installation, configuration, and operation
• Knowledge of network protocols, data flows, and vulnerabilities within a TCP/IP environment
• Ability to perform network protocol analysis and raw data capture
• A solid understanding and knowledge of LDAP
• Knowledge of OWASP, ISO 27001/2, PCI-DSS
• Self-motivated, self-directed and shows attention to detail while working
• Works ethically and with integrity supporting organizational goals and values
• Displays commitment to excellence
• Completes work in a timely manner and meets deadlines
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit and treats others with respect
• Maintains confidentiality of information and uses information appropriately
• Exhibits sound judgment when making decisions and recommendations
• Fosters collaboration toward a common vision and shared goals

Must Have

• Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline with 2-5 years of experience
• Minimum of 10 years of information systems security or related auditing experience
• Ability to clearly communicate Information Security matters to executives, auditors, end users, and engineers, using appropriate language, examples, and tone
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem solving skills
• Ability to work effectively, independent of assistance or supervision
• Innovative, creative, and extremely responsive, with a strong sense of urgency
• Willing to share knowledge and assist others in understanding technical and business topics
• Willingness to work outside of regular business hours as required which can include evenings, weekends and holidays
• Experience with firewalls, routers, load balancers and DMZ silos
• Working knowledge of information systems security standards and practices (e.g., access control and system hardening, system audit and log file monitoring, security policies, and incident handling)
• Demonstrated experience of hands on security knowledge of one or more of the following platforms: Windows/Unix/Linux
• Working knowledge with F5 ASM and Data Loss Prevention
• Experience with DNS, NTP and Citrix, TACACS, IDS, IPS and various SIEMS
• Working knowledge of protocols and technologies such as TCP, UDP, SSL, FTP, SMTP, NetBIOS and DHCP
• At least one technical certification related to a major platform (IBM, Microsoft or Cisco)
• Ability to interpret information security data and processes to identify potential compliance issues
• Ability to quickly understand security systems in order to identify and validate security requirements