Cyber Security Engineer
New York, NY, United States
Client : Con Edison
Position : Cyber Security Engineer ( proficiency in tools such as EDR/XDR, SIEM, and SOAR)
Location : 4 Irving place, NY, NY (HYBRID)
Duration : 12+ months
Rate : $75.00/hr DOE C2C
Visa : No H1
OPEN TO GC/USC (they must be local)
Interview Process: On-site Interview
AS USUAL PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE IN CON EDISON OR UTILITIES WILL BE GIVEN TOP PRIORITY.
Position requires fully on-site reporting.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join our team on a contract basis.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in system administration, bulk deployment, working with distributed systems, a deep understanding of networking principles, network security, and incident response, along with proficiency in tools such as EDR/XDR, SIEM, and SOAR.
As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our organization's digital assets, ensuring compliance with security policies, and proactively identifying and mitigating cyber threats.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain security solutions.
Monitor and analyze security logs, alerts, and incidents.
Bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to enhance our security posture.
Conduct vulnerability assessments, and risk assessments.
Creating metrics on security tools coverage across the organization.
Configure and manage EDR/XDR solutions to detect and respond to security incidents on endpoints.
Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices.
Investigate and respond to security incidents, including incident containment and recovery.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve security/operational incidents promptly.
Maintenance and upkeeping of security systems including security patching/system upgrades.
Participate in security architecture reviews and provide recommendations.
Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex security concepts into actionable recommendations.
Maintain accurate documentation of security procedures, configurations, and incident response playbooks.
Stay up-to-date with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
TECHNICAL SKILLS Must Have Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in cyber security, system administration, or a related role.
Proven experience in cyber security & system administration, including Windows, Linux, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Oracle).
Strong knowledge of networking protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
Familiarity with bulk deployment tools and automation. Scripting or programming skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation is a plus.
Knowledge of encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms.
Experience working with distributed systems and microservices architectures.
Experience with network security tools such as NIDS/NIPS/Proxy/Secure Web Gateway/Firewall.
Experience with AV/EDR/XDR solutions.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Versatility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn new technologies.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Nice To Have
Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus.