Cyber Security Engineer

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• Develops and executes security controls, defense, and countermeasures to prevent attacks or attempts to infiltrate company devices.
• Utilizes digital forensics tools to investigate any possible incidents.
• Configures and validates any security tools (EDR, SIEM, etc.) to reduce false positives for intrusion and enable us to detect and respond quicker in case of a compromise.
• Provides expert technical advice within IT / Forensics cyber incident tabletop exercises.
• Performs root cause analysis, conducts threat analysis, and determines an action plan to remediate any risks identified.
• Performs security gap assessments and threat modeling for new and existing IT solutions.
• Provides technical advice and collaborates effectively with all IT groups.
• Manages and enhances security processes and tools involving email security, collaboration and file sharing, network security, cloud security, and vulnerability management.
• Conducts penetration testing for exploitable weaknesses within Central infrastructure and recommends remediations.
• Supports compliance initiatives (NIST CSF, PCI-DSS, MAR) and assists with audits.
• Stays current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technology trends.

• Bachelor's degree within Computer Science and 2 years of related experience.
• Or 4 years of related experience.

• Cyber-security coursework or experience.
• CISSP, CEH, OSCP certifications.

• Creativity and passion for cyber security.
• Curious mind and strong desire to constantly learn.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to clearly explain security risks to any audience.
• Ability to weigh risks, calculate the costs on a course of action, and propose the optimal path toward mitigation.
• Capable of designing and maintaining security KPI metrics to prioritize activities.
• Experience with security tools such as Defender, Rapid 7, Abnormal, Crowd Strike, Palo Alto.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Power Shell, Bash.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols and design, operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS) and cloud platforms (Azure) and DLP techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise, and technically accurate documentation including visual diagrams to communicate complex security concepts to any audience.
• Maximizes the use of AI, automation, computer forensics tools, workflows, and practices.
• Capable of participating within tabletop exercises at the IT or Corporate level.
• Knowledgeable with risk assessment methodology.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in penetration testing exercises.

Central establishes base pay based on several factors including labor market data and an evaluation of candidate qualifications relative to role requirements. Base pay is one component of a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employees’ financial, health, career, and retirement objectives. Central provides extensive health and wellness benefits to promote flexibility, work-life balance, and long-term financial security. For more information, see Central Insurance Benefits.

Central will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not provide sponsorship for any type of work visa. Individuals with temporary visas (E, F-1, H-1, L-1, B, J, TN, etc.) or those who will require sponsorship are not eligible for hire.

Central is an equal opportunity employer. All recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, and other employment practices are conducted without discrimination based on race, color, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, religion, marital status, military status, or disability. Applicants are requested to avoid providing personal information that could indicate any of these protected characteristics during the application process.