Cyber Security Engineer
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Tech stack
Job description
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Perform hands-on penetration testing and ethical hacking.
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Assess vulnerabilities across enterprise systems, networks, Windows, Linux, and virtual environments.
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Develop and execute penetration testing plans and procedures.
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Analyze test results and produce risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
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Review security documentation, system architectures, and design plans for vulnerabilities.
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Recommend security improvements and countermeasures.
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Participate in technical review boards and brief senior management on findings and risk posture.
Requirements
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Experience in cybersecurity or a related IT field.
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Strong background in penetration testing and ethical hacking.
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Expertise in attack methodologies, system exploitation, and adversarial testing.
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Knowledge of Linux, Windows, virtualization, and enterprise security.
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Experience with:
- IT security architecture
- Network security analysis and network architecture
- Network management tools
- Risk management methodologies
- Threat mitigation planning
- Enterprise systems, hypervisors, and complex Windows environments
Preferred Qualifications
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Participation in cybersecurity communities or professional security organizations.
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Experience presenting vulnerability findings to senior executives.
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Security policy development and research experience.
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Ability to work independently on complex technical tasks.
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Benefits & conditions
Pulled from the full job description
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible schedule, RCT Systems has a very competitive compensation package that includes a competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance), immediate 401k vesting, generous PTO and flexible schedules, and a $500.00 annual technology allowance.