If you're seeking a sense of community and the ability for growth, look no further. Since 1982, we have been 100% dedicated to our people. Our approach permits greater ownership for individuals and welcomes input into decisions for a thriving workplace and happy employees. Our people are the core reason for AIS' success. As an employee owned company, we are looking for individuals that are passionate about finding innovative solutions, and excited about emerging technologies and capabilities. Introduction As a Senior Security Engineer, you will be providing cybersecurity support to enterprise-level clients. You will be responsible for the Information Assurance and Security of application, database, and enterprise network services. In addition, you will be performing activities associated with delivering Cybersecurity policy implementation and network solutions related to customer-defined systems and software projects. What You'll Be Doing
- Assess organizational progress against existing security strategies, plans, or directives
- Provide information security expertise and consulting
- Implement an information security framework
- Plan, design, and implement security-related technologies
- Ensure new and existing products conform to information security policies, standards, and best practices
- Review new and existing system designs for compliance with security standards and best practices
- Analyze existing security strategies, roadmaps, and implementation plans
- Analyze alternatives in response to customer requirements
- Cross-train and mentor other staff members as needed
- Develop policy, programs, and guidelines for implementation
Location and Travel Details This is a remote position with occasional travel (if needed).
Security Clearance and Citizenship Requirements Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
Required For This Opportunity - Minimum of 8 years experience in IT, with 5+ years focusing on Cyber Security.
- Prior audit experience
- Prior experience with Information security risk assessment
- Previously worked with 3rd party security assessment tools
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with technical experts, business managers, and senior leadship.
- Ability to understand complex, technical issues and communicate them into meaningful business and risk guidance and recommendation
- Strong knowledge of operating systems (information and process) and networks
- Strong knowledge of computer vulnerabilities, hacker methodologies, and other threats
- Strong knowledge of widely recognized cybersecurity risk frameworks (ie: NIST, ISO, etc.) and how to apply them within enterprise organizations
- Experience working with enterprise-level information security programs, including governance, risk assessment, policy/standards, technical controls, oversight and assurance, risk treatment, and security education/awareness.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite, especially MS Word and Excel
- Ability to leverage various trusted sources of information (articles, webinars, internet, etc.) to gain accurate and updated knowledge on cybersecurity and recommend appropriate solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; attention to details
- Strong collaboration and decision-making skills
- Strong ability to consult internally and externally
- Must have a strong work ethic, great time management skills, and a positive attitude
Nice to Have Skills - 10 years of experience preferred
- Current CompTIA Security+ Certification preferred or the ability to obtain CompTIA
- CISSP designation preferred
- Desire to obtain or utilize technical certifications as part of continuous professional growth
Applied Information Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by law. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business need.