Information Security Engineer

HCSS
Houston, United States of America
yesterday

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Houston, United States of America

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Cloud Computing
Computer Security
DevOps
Identity and Access Management
Security Information and Event Management
Systems Integration
Software Vulnerability Management
Google Cloud Platform
Cloud Platform System
Information Technology

Job description

  • Design, implement, and deploy security solutions within Microsoft Azure, AWS, and GCP platforms using governance mechanisms such as Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, AWS Guard Duty, and more
  • Drive improvements in log ingestion strategy for the SIEM by applying deep subject matter expertise and by partnering with relevant teams.
  • Collaborate with HCSS Dev, DevOps, and IT teams to design and implement security solutions across our ecosystem
  • Provide expertise in security data collection and automation, with a focus on enhancing SIEM and SOAR capabilities

Identity and Access Management:

  • Collaborate with IT and HR to architect and maintain IAM solutions
  • Conduct regular reviews of IAM infrastructure and synchronization, with particular focus on access levels and requirements
  • Conduct regular reviews of user and application identities access levels

Incident Response:

  • Lead monitoring, analysis and response to security events and incidents
  • Engage with team members and stakeholders within the HCSS Security Operations Center
  • Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures
  • Participate as a technical resource when security incidents are escalated
  • Conduct post-incident analysis to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams to mitigate and remediate security incidents
  • Respond to and investigate security incidents and events
  • Prioritize and address security-related tickets in a timely manner

Vulnerability Management:

  • Conduct regular security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
  • Collaborate with Development and DevOps to address and remediate security vulnerabilities within cloud computing platforms
  • Run regular vulnerability reporting for IT assets and locations
  • Conduct security assessments for third party applications and integrations
  • Stay abreast of the latest vulnerabilities and security technologies

Training and Development:

  • Develop and deliver security training programs for employees to promote security awareness and best practices
  • Create training materials, including presentations, manuals, and online resources
  • Conduct regular security workshops and company-wide presentations to keep staff updated on the latest security threats and mitigation strategies

Requirements

Do you have experience in Technical training?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Minimum of 5 years of experience in a security role

  • Strong knowledge of Azure security tools and services, including Defender for Cloud, Azure Networking, and Entra ID
  • Experience in developing and delivering security training programs
  • Proven experience in incident response and handling security incidents
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Relevant certifications such as CISM, or Azure Security Engineer Associate are a plus
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field is a plus, * Ability to work at our Sugar Land office 2-3 days a week

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) 5% Match
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid holidays, Part of our mission is to provide a great life for our employees. We believe that when our people are happy, they do their best work. Some of the benefits and perks we offer include:
  • Flexible hybrid schedule
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage with company-paid and employee-paid options
  • Paid holidays, sick days, and personal time off
  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that foster connection and inclusion
  • On-site amenities including a covered basketball court, soccer field, track, pickleball/tennis courts, gym, etc.
  • Dog-friendly campus and WiFi-accessible courtyards
  • 401(k) with a 5% company match
  • Coverage for employee professional development and wellness
  • And more!

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