JOB PURPOSE: Maintain the company’s security systems up and running. Implementing and testing new security features, planning computer and network upgrades, troubleshooting, and responding to security incidents. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Experience delivering and configuring operational security products such as SIEM, Vulnerability management, Email Security, PKI management and Application Whitelisting solutions. • Strong experience with Azure and Office 365 platform capabilities. • Experience working in Windows and Linux environments and ability to administer and debug changes. • Experience working with virtual server and desktop environments such as VMware and Citrix. • Industry recognized technical certifications are desirable (CISSP, CCSP, CompTIA Security+, GIAC security essentials). • Microsoft technical certifications are desirable (Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer, 365 Security Administrator, MCSE). • Familiarity with security and privacy regulations impacting financial services such as SOX and GDPR. • Excellent written and verbal communications skills. KEY COMPETENCIES: • Over 6 + years of experience as Security Engineer. • Lead the delivery of several security products for the Security Operations group under ISG. • Establish and document security requirements and use cases for the security products in scope for delivery. • Work closely with project managers on outlining the key tasks, refining delivery plans. • Act as a technical SME on resolution of conflicts around security requirements, broader IT impact and end-user experience for business users. • Provide assistance to implementation of relevant security policy changes. • Play an active part in acceptance testing and production deployment. • Provide relevant documentation and support required for the operational and business handover prior to go-live.
Job Type
Contractor role
Skills required
Azure
Location
New York, New York
Salary
No salary information was found.
Date Posted
March 4, 2025
Acuity Knowledge Partners is seeking a Security Engineer for a contractor role in Pittsburgh, US, responsible for maintaining and enhancing the company's security systems. The role involves implementing security features, troubleshooting incidents, and ensuring compliance with security regulations.