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About the job Cyber Security Engineer - San Francisco Note: This job does not offer any Visa sponsorship. We are looking for applicants already living in the USA. Overview: Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cyber Security Engineer to their dynamic team. As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will be responsible for protecting our organization's computer systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. You will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining security measures to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our systems. Key Responsibilities: • Design, implement, and maintain robust security architectures for IT systems and networks. • Conduct thorough analyses of potential cyber threats and vulnerabilities to our systems. • Develop and implement response plans for security breaches, including immediate actions to contain and mitigate damage. • Continuously monitor systems for security breaches, analyze security alerts, and provide timely responses. • Perform regular risk and vulnerability assessments to identify and address security weaknesses. • Provide training and guidance to staff on security policies, procedures, and best practices. • Maintain detailed documentation of security measures, incidents, and remediation activities. • Work closely with IT professionals, departments, and external partners to strengthen overall security posture. Qualifications: • Bachelors degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. • Proven experience in cyber security roles, with a strong understanding of security protocols, cryptography, authentication, and authorization. • Proficiency in security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus software, and SIEM systems. • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address security issues. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey security concepts to non-technical stakeholders. • Meticulous attention to detail to identify and mitigate potential security threats. Preferred Qualifications: • Masters degree in Cyber Security or a related field. • Experience in industries such as finance, healthcare, or government. • Familiarity with programming languages like Python, Java, or C++ for automation and scripting. • Knowledge of cloud security practices and experience with platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

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