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# Security Engineer

- **Company:** Datum Software
- **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, User Authentication, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing Security, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, Issue Tracking Systems, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, PCI Data Security Standards, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Firewalls (Computer Science), CIS Benchmarks, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** July 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/28f881ce-4022-4172-a75a-00cb774a8c8a

## About the Role

· 6+ years of experience in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related IT security role.

· Strong experience implementing and supporting enterprise security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and encryption solutions.

· Hands-on experience with vulnerability management, risk assessments, security testing, and incident response.

· Experience conducting forensic investigations and responding to cybersecurity incidents.

· Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM), authentication, authorization, and privileged access controls.

· Experience developing security policies, standards, and governance frameworks.

· Familiarity with disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and backup strategies.

· Experience with security monitoring, SIEM platforms, and security automation tools is preferred.

· Strong understanding of networking concepts, operating systems, cloud security, and cybersecurity best practices.

· Knowledge of security frameworks and regulatory standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or similar.

· Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.

· Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

· Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, GIAC, or equivalent are preferred.

## Description

· Design, implement, manage, and support enterprise security systems and technologies to protect the organization''s information assets.

· Analyze the information security environment and develop security measures to prevent unauthorized access, modification, disclosure, or destruction of data.

· Configure, deploy, and maintain firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), encryption solutions, and other security technologies.

· Investigate security incidents, conduct forensic analysis, and coordinate incident response and recovery activities.

· Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools to improve security operations, incident tracking, and response efficiency.

· Perform vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, security risk analyses, and compliance assessments.

· Design, implement, and monitor security controls for systems, applications, networks, and data.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement authentication, authorization, encryption, and identity management solutions.

· Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and best practices to strengthen the organization''s security posture.

· Develop, implement, and maintain corporate information security policies, standards, and procedures.

· Establish and maintain access control frameworks, investigate unauthorized access, and recommend corrective actions.

· Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure the protection and recovery of critical systems and data.

· Perform regular system backups and support disaster preparedness initiatives.

· Monitor security events, identify vulnerabilities, and implement remediation strategies.

· Assess data sensitivity and recommend appropriate security controls based on business and regulatory requirements.

· Partner with infrastructure, networking, and application teams to ensure secure system design and deployment.

· Prepare technical reports, risk assessments, and documentation related to security findings and recommendations.

· Conduct security awareness training and educate employees on cybersecurity policies and best practices.

· Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

· Support security audits, compliance initiatives, and continuous improvement of the organization''s information security program.


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