Job Opportunity- Security Engineer

Job Title: Security Engineer

Location: Columbia, SC

Duration: 12 Months

Job Description:

A strong candidate for this position should possess experience in the following by priority:

1. Cyber Threat Response and Incident Handling

2. Cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS)

3.

Cloud Security

4. Security Architect and/or Engineering

5. Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Required skills:

1. 10+ years of experience of I.T. working with Windows, Linux, Cloud technologies and Web-based applications
2. 2-4 years of experience with Cloud Security monitoring and incident response
3. A firm understanding of the offerings and capabilities within Amazon Web Services (AWS) and/or GCP and Microsoft Azure platforms.
4. Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing; to interact effectively with internal and external vendors, project team members, management and agency departments; to build relationships and use facilitation skills with both technical and non-technical personnel.
5. Ability to write, edit, and prepare graphic presentations of technical information for both technical and business personnel.
6. Ability to collaborate and coordinate with multiple teams and vendors
7. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
8. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in order to meet deadlines
9. Keen attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the big picture
10. Ability to absorb and retain complex processes
11. Experience with the evaluation and selection of products and vendors to support initiatives.
12. Ability to accept changes and constructive criticism in a fast turn-around environment

Preferred skills:

1. 3+ years of experience with Cloud platforms such Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
2. Prior experience working with cloud security and governance tools, cloud access security brokers (CASBs), and infrastructure as a code
3. Experience with deployment orchestration, automation, and security configuration management of AWS native tools
4. Experience with full-stack deployment

Required Education/Certifications:
• Cloud Certification (I.E CCSP)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• SECURITY +
• OR Similar with valid experience

Preferred Education/CertificationS:
• BS degree in computer science, information technology, engineering or similar discipline
• Network security certifications