Cybersecurity Engineers

Job Title: Senior - Cybersecurity Engineer

Job Summary

The Senior Cybersecurity Engineer plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the organization’s digital assets by leading the development and implementation of advanced security strategies. This position requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, with a focus on protecting the organization’s infrastructure from a wide array of cyber threats. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in threat detection, vulnerability management, and security architecture, making them an expert in their field. As a senior member of the cybersecurity team, this role involves not only technical expertise but also leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure a robust security posture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and management of robust security infrastructures across networks, systems, and applications.
• Conduct regular threat hunting activities and lead penetration tests and red-team exercises to identify vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement advanced security measures, including encryption, access control, and intrusion prevention systems.
• Oversee the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Provide guidance on security-related risks, incident response, and mitigation strategies to leadership and other stakeholders.
• Mentor and train junior and mid-level engineers to enhance team expertise and foster professional growth.
• Collaborate with external vendors and third-party contractors to evaluate and integrate new technologies into the security framework.
• Evaluate emerging cybersecurity technologies and trends to continuously enhance the organization’s security posture.

Skills and Knowledge Required

• Deep expertise in network and application security.
• Advanced knowledge of penetration testing, threat analysis, and incident response methodologies.
• Familiarity with cloud security and securing hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proficiency with security automation, scripting, and DevSecOps practices.
• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks (GDPR, PCI DSS, NIST, HIPAA).
• Strong leadership and project management abilities.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Professional cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, etc.) are mandatory.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or a related field.
• Experience with cloud security and implementing security controls across various platforms.
• Significant experience leading security projects and cross-functional teams.

Tools and Equipment

• SIEM platforms (Splunk, ArcSight, QRadar).
• Vulnerability management tools (Qualys, Nexpose).
• Penetration testing frameworks (Metasploit, Burp Suite, Kali Linux).
• IDS/IPS, firewalls, and encryption technologies.

Other Requirements

• Ability to manage security incidents and high-priority projects effectively.
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.

Key Competencies and Requirements

The successful candidate will demonstrate a combination of technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to cybersecurity challenges. They will be expected to stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends and threats, ensuring that the organization remains resilient against potential attacks.