Sr. Security Engineer

Company: INSPYR Solutions
Location: Houston
Posted on: March 8, 2025

Job Description:

Title: Sr. Security Engineer

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid in 77056)
Duration: Permanent, Direct-Hire
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the US


Key Points: CISSP is required (a degree with a commitment to obtain a CISSP within 6 months would also be doable)
Strong overall cyber security skills in SIEM, endpoint, vulnerability management, cloud security and others are required
This position is hybrid, with 3 days onsite per week


Summary
The Sr. Security Engineer will be responsible for assessing cyber security risk and facilitates remediation of identified vulnerabilities across the computing environment including desktops, servers, printers, and network infrastructure equipment. Provides advanced technical direction and in-depth assistance resolving Cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

Duties and Responsibilities Ensure the Company Complies with Cybersecurity policies and procedures
Maintain and update documented Cybersecurity policies and procedures
Work with IT Management & Auditors to coordinate and conduct security audits, risk assessment & analysis
Performs vulnerability assessments as assigned utilizing Cyber Security tools and methodologies
Performs assessments of the cyber security/risk posture within the IT network, systems and software applications.
Identifies opportunities to reduce risk and documents remediation options regarding acceptance or mitigation of risk scenarios.
Research attempted security breaches and rectify security weaknesses
Administer Vulnerability Management, Firewalls, SIEM, Endpoint Security, Intrusion Prevention Devices, Network Access Control Systems, Internet Filtering systems, Phishing exercise product, etc.
Provides weekly project status reports, including outstanding issues.
Daily activities include: Reviewing various monitoring tools, reporting findings at daily status meeting, Monitoring security information sources for recent incidents and threats.
Monthly activities include: Scanning network for vulnerabilities, Recommend critical security patches and Privileged user access reviews


Education, Experience and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer related field and/or 7 years or more of practical Cybersecurity experience.
CISSP required. Other security certifications a plus
Manufacturing, Chemical company or Industrial Control System experience is a plus
Cloud Security is a plus
Several years of hands-on experience with Windows and enterprise security product administration, including AV/EDR, next gen firewalls, industry standard vulnerability scanning and reporting products
Excellent understanding of the latest security exploits
Strong knowledge of network and server architecture and protocols
Able to resolve security issues using a network monitor to observe traffic at the packet level
Full understanding of the OSI model
Familiar with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Scripting is required
UNIX (HP-UX or Linux) knowledge is a plus
Able to work weekends/evenings for maintenance and emergency work as needed
Always on call for security incidents
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure


About INSPYR Solutions:
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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