Security Engineer
Dallas, TX, United States
As a Senior Security Engineer at KIND, you will be responsible for leading and executing thedesign, implementation, and management of our comprehensive security initiatives. Your expertisewill be instrumental in identifying potential vulnerabilities and mitigating risks while constantlystaying ahead of emerging security threats. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams todesign and implement robust security measures and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, andavailability of our systems and data. You should be able to operate independently with minimumsupervision and provide thought and functional leadership to this role. And this is how you'll doit...
Security Infrastructure Management:
Design, implement, and manage security infrastructure, including firewalls, intrusiondetection/prevention systems, antivirus solutions, and encryption technologies.
Oversee the configuration and optimization of security tools to ensure optimal performance andminimal impact on operational efficiency.
Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing:
Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and addresspotential security weaknesses in our systems and applications.
Develop and track remediation plans for identified vulnerabilities, working closely withrelevant teams.
Incident Response and Security Monitoring:
Lead incident response efforts to promptly detect, investigate, and mitigate security incidentsand breaches.
Monitor security alerts and logs, responding to potential threats promptly and effectively.
Security Policies and Compliance:
Develop, update, and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards aligned with industrybest practices and compliance requirements.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure adherence to security policies and standards.
Research and Industry Knowledge:
Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, technologies, and threats to proactivelyenhance our security posture.
Share knowledge and insights with the team and contribute to the continuous improvement ofsecurity practices.
Security Audits and Assessments:
Coordinate and participate in internal and external security audits and assessments.
Collaborate with auditors to address findings and implement necessary improvements.
Required Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. A master'sdegree is a plus.
Proven experience of 2-3 years as a Security Engineer or in a similar security-focused role.
In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, protocols, and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST,CIS).
Strong experience with security tools and technologies, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, WAF, etc.
Hands-on experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is preferred.
Proficiency in conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration tests using various tools.
Familiarity with scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automationand security tool customization.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership abilities and the ability to collaborate effectively withcross-functional teams.
Familiar with major vendors like but not limited to CrowdStrike, Cisco, PaloAlto, McAfee ePo,Azure Information security
Certifications in any of the following areas: Offensive Security Certified Professional/Expert(OSCP/OSCE) ,CISSP, CCIE, LPT, ITIL, Cobit
Experience with Wireshark and Snort platforms, including regex knowledge
Extensive experience configuring and managing log management and SIEM solutions
Advanced knowledge of Nessus, Metasploit, and Kali Linux, Rapid 7
Experience reviewing source code for security flaws and conducting web application securityassessments
Experience with LDAP Authentication and Identity Access Management
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