The McPherson Companies, Inc. · 22 hours ago
Cyber Security Engineer
Trussville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe McPherson Companies, Inc. is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to enhance their security operations and incident response capabilities. The role involves analyzing and responding to security incidents, evaluating security technologies, and ensuring effective implementation of security policies across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Identify, validate, and remediate security vulnerabilities detected in The McPherson Companies corporate infrastructure and endpoints
Support and monitor The McPherson Companies current endpoint and network security platforms (HIPS, HIDS, on-premises firewalls, Anti-Virus/Anti-Malware, Email security, Mobile Device Management, etc.)
Support and monitor the external outsourced SOC platform
Assist IT staff in the procurement, testing, implementation, and configuration of new security controls
Assist IT staff in updating and security patching to corporate infrastructure and endpoints
Assist with responding to, and managing, any Security Information Gathering (SIG) questionnaires, any required compliance audits and/or maturity assessments from 3rd parties
Educate end users on cybersecurity best practices and manage our cybersecurity awareness training and phishing assessment programs
Compile reports as needed detailing current operational status of security measures utilized by company
Investigate potential security violations and breaches and provide recommendations to management. Perform analysis to determine root causes of any incident
Assist IT staff in testing and updates of the Business Continuity Plan
Assist with the design, development, documentation, and enforcement of new and existing information security processes, procedures, and policies
Provide computer system audits to ensure the highest level of security and data protection
Maintain up-to-date knowledge on current security practices and tools
Qualification
Required
You have at least 3+ years' experience in an endpoint security, network security, or general security-focused IT support role
Experience with planning, researching and developing security policies, standards and procedures
Experience working within ITIL frameworks with specific knowledge of Change Management standards and procedures
Proven experience with the following: Windows administration, Active Directory and Group Policy, Management of firewall hardware platforms, Applications used for network management and/or monitoring, Security orchestration and automation tools and technologies, Server/client communications, data center architecture, and network topology
Proven experience with incident response technologies and methodologies
Knowledge of configuration and operation of the Windows/Linux Operating systems
Application whitelisting and enterprise anti-malware (Configuration/management/rule writing)
SIEM log analysis and correlation
Ability to analyze forensic and static malware
Must have strong research/analysis skills
Ability to work independently as well as with a team
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, performing multiple duties/tasks within defined deadlines
Proven experience identifying problems of varying complexities and finding effective solutions with few guidelines
Responsive to the needs of customers internal and external
Sense of urgency and commitment with strong follow up skills
Proven precision and attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude in all internal and external customer interactions
Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication, and listening skills
Self-driven and motivated individual with excellent planning and organizational skills
Display proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc
Preferred
BS in Computer Science or Information Security preferred
Understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework preferred
Demonstrated ability to create complex scripts, develop tools, or automate processes
Security certifications (ex: GSEC, OSCP, CISSP, Security+) is a plus
Company
The McPherson Companies, Inc.
McPherson Oil Products is committed to provide our customers in Alabama, Arkansas, North and Central Georgia, Mississippi coast, Florida panhandle, Greater Chattanooga Area, the Greater New Orleans Area and Louisiana Gulf Coast with quality products and services.
201-500 employees
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