Cyber Security Engineer
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Job Overview

Our IT company is looking for an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join us immediately. You will be implementing security measures and ensuring their efficiency. You will also be accountable for responding to any system breaches. 

To perform this job role diligently, you should have a detailed-oriented approach and the ability to solve problems effectively. You should be able to participate in the change management process, and report system hacks, if any.

You should have complete knowledge of VPN and security audits, among other technological infrastructure. Your keen eye for detail will be helpful in identifying system attacks or any other fraudulent activities. Besides, you should be able to review technical designs and conduct integrations.

Apply right away if you will be able to handle the job responsibilities effectively. 

Responsibilities

• Planning and developing effective security measures

• Identifying, analyzing, and troubleshooting system errors and network breaches

• Ensuring the organization’s data security 

• Implementing appropriate security controls to protect the infrastructure

• Checking and testing system vulnerabilities

• Building and maintaining firewalls

• Developing security strategies

• Undertaking system integrations 

• Reporting system attacks and developing appropriate defense measures

• Establishing cybersecurity best practices

• Maintaining an accurate documentation of all cybersecurity procedures

• Evaluating system changes

• Leading cybersecurity setups and operations

• Coordinating with the team members and providing technical support

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field

• 2-3 years of experience as a Cyber Security Engineer, Network Administrator or a similar position in the IT department

• Complete understanding of cybersecurity tools like Intruder, Bitdefender Total Security, LifeLock, and Malwarebytes

• Familiarity with firewall and router maintenance and functionality

• Complete knowledge of cybersecurity trends and techniques

• Knowledge of programming languages such as Ruby, Python, C++, and Java

• Basic understanding of different hardware and software networks and data centers

• Ability to work under pressure and in a competitive environment

• Good communication skills

• Excellent analytical and research skills

• Problem-solving abilities

• Strong technical expertise

• Ability to multitask

• A team player 

• Self-driven and detail-oriented individual 

• Good time management and organizational skills

• Strong work ethics and the ability to maintain the confidentiality of any sensitive information