Senior Professional Information Security Engineer

Gainwell Technologies
Annandale, VA, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
6 years minimum
Compensation
$76,100.0 - $108,700.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Access Microsoft Windows Software Applications Cyber Security Linux Domain Name System (DNS) Electronic Mailing Internet Protocol Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC) Intrusion Detection and Prevention Intrusion Detection Systems Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
+12 more
Network Security Network Protocols Public Key Infrastructure Information Technology Security Auditing Software Deployment Solaris (Operating System) Network Routers Software Security Firewalls (Computer Science) Information Technology Operating System Security Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

  • Provides engineering analysis, design and support for firewalls, routers, networks and operating systems. Performs vulnerability scans using vendor utility tools. Monitors security audit and intrusion detection system logs for system and network anomalies.
  • Monitors user access process to ensure operational integrity of the system. Enforces the information security configuration and maintains system for issuing, protecting, changing and revoking passwords.
  • Develops technical and programmatic assessments, evaluates engineering and integration initiatives and provides technical support to assess security policies, standards and guidelines. Implements, enforces and communicates security policies and/or plans for data, software applications, hardware and telecommunications.
  • Performs product evaluations, recommends and implements products/services for network security. Validates and tests security architecture and design solutions to produce detailed engineering specifications with recommended vendor technologies.
  • Develops, tests and operates firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise anti-virus systems and software deployment tools.
  • Reviews and recommends the installation, modification or replacement of hardware or software components and any configuration change(s) that affects security.
  • Provides enforcement of security directives, orders, standards, plans and procedures at server sites. Ensures system support personnel receive/maintain security awareness and training.
  • Maintains data and communicates to management the impact on business/customer caused by theft, destruction, alteration or denial of access to information.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field preferred
  • Six or more years of experience in network, host, data and/or application security in multiple operating system environments
  • Experience working with IP networking, networking protocols and understanding of security related technologies including encryption, IPsec, PKI, VPNs, firewalls, proxy services, DNS, electronic mail and access-lists
  • Experience working with internet, web, application and network security techniques
  • Experience working with relevant operating system security (Windows, Solaris, Linux, etc.)
  • Experience working with leading firewall, network scanning and intrusion detection products and authentication technologies
  • Experience working with federal regulations related to information security (FISMA, Computer security Act, etc.)
  • Experience working with NIST Special Publications and C & A process methodology
  • Possess security certifications (CISSP, CCNA, etc) and/or top secret security clearance

Other Qualifications

  • Good communication skills
  • Good analytical and problem solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve network/operating system security issues
  • Ability to perform and interpret vulnerability assessments
  • Ability to administer the operations of a security infrastructure
  • Ability to balance and prioritize work

Benefits & conditions

The pay range for this position is $76,100.00 - $108,700.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Put your passion to work at Gainwell. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. All salaried, full-time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a , and educational assistance. We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities. We believe nothing is impossible when you bring together people who care deeply about making healthcare work better for everyone. Build your career with Gainwell, an industry leader. You’ll be joining a company where collaboration, innovation, and inclusion fuel our growth. Learn more about Gainwell at our and visit our for all available job role openings. Gainwell Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Gainwell Technologies defines “wages” and “wage rates” to include “all forms of pay, including, but not limited to, salary, overtime pay, bonuses, stock, stock options, profit sharing and bonus plans, life insurance, vacation and holiday pay, cleaning or gasoline allowances, hotel accommodations, reimbursement for travel expenses, and benefits.

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