Security Engineer

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Implement or execute new and/or current processes and procedures that aid in the efficiency of managing and expanding the IT & Network Security.
• Perform research, analysis, and implement software patches or hardware changes needed for any security or server related deficiencies.
• Evaluates and tests new security-related products, services, and internal tools
• Champion and drive the configuration and maintenance of mission-critical servers and services.
• Monitor existing systems to ensure constant availability of IT services.
• Provides support and mentorship for Systems Engineers and the Network Operations Center
• Ensure all IT services are properly maintained and upgraded, including anti-virus, backups, imaging, and patching.
• Plans, designs, implements, and supports all security & back-up platforms such as Anti-Virus, Anti-SPAM, Intrusion Detection & Prevention, Firewalls, ADCs,
• Cryptography Systems, SIEM, SOAR, MDM, Snapshots, Back-up software and procedures that ensure data safety.
• Performs network security risk assessments and leads remediation efforts on any security-related events.
• Consistent use of independent discretion over matters of significance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Strong understanding and practical experience with Microsoft and Linux Server Technologies
• Knowledge of widely accepted information security principles and practices
• Experience in configuration and maintenance of services such as DHCP, DNS, web servers, load balancers, firewalls, ADCs, Identity Management Servers, and VPN Concentrators
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays and participate with on-call rotation.
• Preferred:
• Experience coding in higher-level languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, C++, or Java)
• Experience creating automated scripts using python, bash, and Power Shell
• Strong understanding and practical experience with information security protection/detection and authentication systems (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Cryptography, SIEM,
• SOAR, Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, ADCs)

Benefits:
We truly appreciate and value all our employees and show our appreciation by offering a wide range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Healthcare/Dental/Vision Plans
• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire. Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video service, phone, and security service
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Exclusive Entertainment Discounts/Perks

Hotwire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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