Security Engineer

Advantage Tech is searching for a qualified Security Engineer for their client based in the Kansas City Metro area.Security Engineers are responsible for the secure operations of infrastructure, platforms, and software, including the installation, maintenance, and improvement of hybrid (on-premise and cloud) computing environments. They also help develop new designs and security strategies across all applications, including infrastructure, platform, and SaaS.ResponsibilitiesConfigure business operating environments securelyPerform penetration testing and threat hunting to identify potential risksMonitor for and respond to incidents in the Firm's hybrid environmentKeep infrastructure current, make recommendations, and continually improve security technologiesAnalyze, design, and develop programs, shell scripts, tests, and infrastructure automation capabilitiesWork with analysts and engineers across the organization to continually improve cyber resilienceProvide support to understand and develop system requirements and technical solutions for cybersecurity engineering based on system architectures (CIS Controls, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, and NIST Cyber Security Framework). Support the maturation of the enterprise architecture to align with the Firm’s information security and risks to the organizational operations, organizational assets, and individualsDevelop alternatives of system designs and/or architecture, which consider trade-offs between security requirements, functional/operational requirements, and costIdentify and define the requirements of the overall security of the network Plan, engineer, and monitor overall security implementation of network systemsSupport in configuring and implementing network security toolsTest and provide solutions for system weaknesses, threats, security issuesResearch and identify latest suitable technologies and processes that will improve the overall security of the systemRegularly audit the existing network configuration and provide improvement recommendationsOther duties as assignedRequired QualificationsMicrosoft Active Directory with Azure experience 2-4 years of experience in on-premises environment focused on security2-4 years of experience in security engineeringAbility to perform detection engineering to interrogate computer logs to identify anomalous behaviorDevelop workflows within a SIEM to automate detections and actions takenDemonstrative knowledge/experience with (2) scripting languages like Python and PowerShellDemonstrative knowledge and expertise with common enterprise-grade security solutionsExcellent verbal and written communication2-4 years of experience with Metrics, Events, Logging, in an environment similar to SplunkBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or equivalent experience.Education (Required)Bachelor's or better in Computer Engineering or related field.Bachelor's or better in Computer Science or related field.Experience (Required)2-4 years: Experience with Metrics, Events, Logging in an environment similar to Splunk.2-4 years: Experience in security engineering.2-4 years: Experience in on-premises environment focused on security. #advantagetech