AECOM

We are seeking an experienced, self-directed IT Security professional with expertise in Proofpoint and Microsoft 365 to join our Cybersecurity Engineering and Operations team.. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of email security (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) and threat protection, as well as experience with Proofpoint's suite of products (EFD, TAP, TRAP, etc.). Manage and enhance Proofpoint's email security and threat protection solutions. Relevant certifications (CompTIA Security+, SANS GIAC GSEC, ISC2 SSCP/CISSP, Azure Security Engineer Associate). Find even more open roles in Ethical Hacking, Pen Testing, Security Engineering, Threat Research, Vulnerability Management, Cryptography, Digital Forensics and Cyber Security in general - ordered by popularity of job title or skills, toolset and products used - below.

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Email Security Specialist - Hybrid (Houston or Dallas, TX) At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
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Job Description We are seeking an experienced, self-directed IT Security professional with expertise in Proofpoint and Microsoft 365 to join our Cybersecurity Engineering and Operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of email security (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) and threat protection, as well as experience with Proofpoint's suite of products (EFD, TAP, TRAP, etc.)
This position will offer flexibility for hybrid work schedules to include a combination of both in-office presence and telecommute/virtual, and will be based in either Dallas or Houston, TX.
Responsibilities:
Manage and enhance Proofpoint's email security and threat protection solutions
Act as primary contact for managed service vendor
Identify and leverage native Microsoft 365 security capabilities
Collaborate with cross-functional, global teams to develop and implement security policies and procedures
Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends and best practices
Cross train to support our other security programs including vulnerability management
Qualifications BA/BS plus at least 4 years of relevant IT Security experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Proven experience with Proofpoint's suite of products
Strong understanding of email security and threat protection
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Experience with Qualys threat protection technologies and/or Palo Alto firewalls is preferred
Experience implementing or auditing security controls for Azure, AWS, and/or GCP
Exposure to IT Security incident response
Relevant certifications (CompTIA Security+, SANS GIAC GSEC, ISC2 SSCP/CISSP, Azure Security Engineer Associate)
Additional Information Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Sponsorship for US work authorization, now or in the future, is not available for this position.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options.Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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