System Security Engineer

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:
• Security Design & Implementation: Design, implement, and maintain secure systems, networks, and applications by applying security best practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing: Perform regular vulnerability assessments, conduct penetration testing, and identify potential weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications.
• Incident Response & Management: Respond to and manage security incidents, including breaches, system compromises, and other security events. Investigate the root cause and implement remediation plans.
• Monitoring & Threat Intelligence: Utilize security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS) to detect suspicious activities, analyze potential threats, and mitigate risks in real-time.
• Security Policy & Compliance: Develop, implement, and enforce security policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
• Security Training & Awareness: Conduct security awareness training for employees and assist in fostering a security-first culture within the organization.
• Firewall, Antivirus & Endpoint Protection: Configure, manage, and update firewalls, antivirus software, endpoint protection, and other defense mechanisms to mitigate risks to systems.
• Disaster Recovery & Backup Planning: Develop and implement disaster recovery plans, including regular testing of backup systems to ensure rapid restoration in case of a security breach.
• Collaboration & Reporting: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., IT, operations, development) to ensure security measures are integrated into all aspects of system development and management. Prepare regular security reports for leadership.