Security Engineer
Job Description
Job Description
Responsibilities for Security Engineer
• Analyze security systems and seek improvements on a continuous basis
• Report possible threats or software issues
• Research weaknesses and find ways to counter them
• Find cost-effective solutions to cybersecurity problems
• Understand software, hardware and internet needs while adjusting them according to our business environment
• Develop best practices and security standards for the organization
• Test company software, firmware and firewalls
• Assist fellow employees with cybersecurity, software, hardware or IT needs
Skills
• Ability to prioritize projects
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Certifications such as CISSP, GSEC, CEH or CISM desired
• An understanding of best practices and how to implement them at a business-wide level
• At least 2 years’ experience in the cybersecurity industry
• Public Trust security clearance, or a willingness to obtain one
• Critical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems as they arise
• Basic coding skills, such as HTML, CSS and other languages
Education: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or a related field
