Information Technology Security Engineer Senior
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Job description
Responsible for the management of IT Security systems in a large enterprise, and designing, implementing, and maintaining security measures to protect our organization's computer systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. This position will be responsible for i dentifying threats and vulnerabilities in systems and software, then applying their skills to developing and implementing high-tech solutions to defend against hacking, malware and ransomware, insider threats and all types of cybercrime. This senior position will also serve as a subject matter expert to help mentor more junior members of the team.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities as Assigned:
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Engineer security solutions without oversight while collaborating with multiple internal departments and vendors
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Mentor more junior technical members of the organization, best practices and standards
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Analyze security systems and seek continuous improvements
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Plan, implement, manage, monitors, troubleshoots and upgrade security measures for the protection of the organization's data, systems, and networks
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Responding to all system and/or network security breaches. Performs cyber security incident triage, reviewing logs, and performing remediation activities
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Enabling the appropriate security controls to protect the organization's data and infrastructure
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Research vulnerabilities, perform vulnerability scanning and alleviate threats
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Develop new processes while cross-training coworkers and assisting employees on security-related matters
Requirements
Required:
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High School diploma or GED
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7 years' experience in Information Technology with 5 years in a security focused role
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3 years in Security Engineering in multiple disciplines
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Ability to travel to other McLaren subsidiaries as needed
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Experience in large enterprise cybersecurity environments
Preferred:
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Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
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10 years' experience in Information Technology with 7+ years in a security focused role
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5 years in Security Engineering in multiple discipline