Info Security Engineer V

# Info Security Engineer VApply
** Job#: 3039634
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* Job Description:

** Info Security Engineer V
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* Location:

** Santa Ana, California (Onsite)

Role Overview We are seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to provide expert technical leadership and oversight for a cybersecurity team. This role is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of a robust and compliant enterprise-wide security architecture to protect assets, systems, and data against cyber threats. The position is 100% on-site.

Key Responsibilities
* Design, implement, and maintain Palo Alto Network firewalls, Panorama Central Management, and related security services.
* Develop and enforce security policies, rule sets, and zone segmentation to align with Zero Trust principles.
* Serve as the top-tier subject matter expert for all Palo Alto-related security engineering and troubleshooting.
* Architect and optimize secure remote access solutions, ensuring least privilege and MFA requirements are enforced.
* Develop and enforce security policies for corporate and guest wireless networks.
* Design and implement a secure DNS architecture.
* Lead the design and tuning of the enterprise SIEM, including device log integration and the development of advanced correlation rules and alerts.
* Develop, maintain, and test the Incident Response Plan and playbooks, acting as a lead resource during critical security incidents.
* Ensure all security architectures, policies, and procedures comply with relevant mandates, specifically CJIS requirements.
* Create and maintain enterprise-wide security standards, control baselines, and reference architecture.

Required Qualifications
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* Education and Experience:

*** BS in Cybersecurity or a related technical field with 7+ years of relevant industry experience, or
* MS in Cybersecurity or a related technical field with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, or
* PhD in Cybersecurity or a related technical field with 4+ years of industry experience.
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* Certifications:

*** Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM), or similar certification is required.
** Technical

Skills:

*** Strong understanding of Palo Alto Networks architecture and technologies, including firewalls and intrusion prevention systems.
* Experience with network security design, deployment, and maintenance.
* Experience with troubleshooting security issues and providing user support.
* Knowledge of security engineering, system and network security, authentication protocols, cryptography, and application security.
* Experience in infrastructure or application-level vulnerability testing and auditing.

Additional Qualifications
* Professional experience providing expert technical leadership in support of a Security Operations Center (SOC) or a similar organization.
* Experience with architecting for CJIS, DOD, or Federal government environments is desired.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong project management abilities.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
* Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and overnight as requested.  
* Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly Rateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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** Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:
Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a Support Linc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program,…