AIG · 1 day ago
Data Security Engineer
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expAIG is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions, and they are seeking a Data Security Engineer to protect sensitive information and mitigate security threats. The role involves deploying and maintaining security policies, working with engineering teams to test data security solutions, and ensuring the efficacy of protection and detection tools.
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Responsibilities
Perform installation and configuration management of security systems and applications, including policy assessment of the data security stack and set of policies and standards
Perform security related tasks, including the day-to-day administration of the different information security tools and devices, fine tuning configuration of the devices to reduce false positives and improve effectiveness in security event monitoring
Ensure that security tools are performing optimally and security events are detected in time for remediation
Work with the security analyst and content management teams to ensure data ingested by the SIEM is useful, reduces white noise, and is properly leveraged and actioned for incident response
Implementing security measures to protect the enterprise as well as prevent data loss and respond to security incidents
Perform security analysis of traffic patterns and adjust policy and procedures
Performing technical and non-technical risk assessments on our systems and make recommendations to identify and improve security risk
Determine and implement appropriate levels of security configuration, controls and monitoring
Developing quality program metrics to measure program performance as well as enterprise risk. This data must provide actionable intelligence to help drive the data security program
Work with other business units to develop appropriate plans for the implementation and configuration of data security technologies thereby ensuring business engagement and understanding of the data security initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in information technology (or related field) or equivalent experience
4+ years in IT data security engineering and operations in an enterprise environment
4+ years of experience in IT, or related area, with a focus on security tool technology, security management and policy enforcement
Hands on experience supporting security requirements of a large, global enterprise environment
Prior experience with data security, encryption technology and related applications, tools and solutions
Experience with installation and support data security tools
Experience in developing, documenting and maintaining security procedures
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP and networking protocols
In-depth knowledge of operating systems, applications, network, and database security architectures
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication, problem solving and time management skills
Ability to work efficiently and productively with minimal guidance or direction
Strong team player with initiative and ability to take charge of their area of expertise
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate concerns, issues and research to other teams
Preferred
Strong understanding of database privileged activity monitoring is preferred
One or more IT Security related certifications is highly preferred, such as CISSP, SSCP, CISM or CEH
Understanding of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) with knowledge of Log Collection, Parsing of log files and how this data can be effectively used to mitigate risk
Knowledge in security orchestration, automation and response
Knowledgeable using scripting languages and use of regex
Benefits
Total Rewards Program
Health, wellbeing and financial security
Professional development
Company
AIG
AIG is a global insurance company providing insurance products to support clients in business and in life.
10001+ employees
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