Network Security Engineer LOC: Princeton, NJ Dur: 12 M+, (Remote)
Job Description:
Role:-Network security engineer
Loc:- Princeton, NJ
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :- include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Monitor computer networks for security threats or unauthorized users
- Identify compromised machines and report and document on security measures taken to address threats
- Analyze security risks and develop response procedures
- Developing and testing software deployment tools
- Developing and testing firewalls and intrusion detection systems
- Installing computer security software, conducting regular security audits, preparing security status reports
- Protects system by defining access privileges, control structures, and resources
- Recognizes problems by identifying abnormalities; reporting violations
- Implements security improvements by assessing current situation; evaluating trends; anticipating
Requirements
- Determines security violations and inefficiencies by conducting periodic audits
- Upgrades system by implementing and maintaining security controls
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Technical, analytical and interpersonal skills required
- Strong communication skills at all levels with complex and sensitive topics
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with other team members
- Experience with security principles, defense-in-depth techniques, application security
- Experience in leading implementation and administrations of Web Application Firewalls
- Possess functional knowledge and administrative experience on Windows and Unix/Linux Platforms
- In-depth knowledge of application security vulnerabilities, testing techniques
- Comprehensive knowledge of IT and information security subject matter
- Knowledge of technical security architectural principles
- Anticipates problems and identifies long-term implications of decisions and actions
- Security project management experience
- System Administration
- Network Security
- Information Security Policies
- ISO 2700X / NIST SP-800
- Process Improvement
- Network Troubleshooting
- Firewall Administration, Network Protocols, Routers, Hubs, and Switches
Additional Skills
- Working Experience in the following areas is desirable:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- BS in Computer Information Technology field
- GIAC ethical hacker
- GIAC Certified Web Application Defender
- GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Highly driven, self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as contribute to a team environment.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects.