Cyber Security Engineer

Description

We are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to help safeguard our technology landscape across both enterprise and operational environments. In this role, you will strengthen and sustain an experienced security program by managing core protections, responding to threats, and improving defensive controls across networks, endpoints, cloud services, and critical systems. The ideal candidate brings strong Palo Alto firewall expertise, solid network analysis skills, and a practical approach to collaborating with technical teams and business partners.
Cyber Security Engineer 100% onsite - Birmingham, AL Work Authorization: No C2C. No third-party agencies. No must be eligible to work in the U.S. or visa transfers now or in the future.

Responsibilities: Manage and enhance enterprise firewall operations, with primary ownership of Palo Alto security platforms. Configure and refine security rules, remote access controls, VPN connectivity, and network segmentation to support secure business operations. Investigate network and security issues through packet captures, trace analysis, and traffic review to identify root causes and restore service. Administer endpoint and web security tools, including platforms such as CrowdStrike and Cisco Umbrella, to maintain strong protection across user environments. Monitor alerts, vulnerabilities, and suspicious activity spanning network, endpoint, cloud, identity, and operational technology systems. Drive remediation and risk reduction efforts by recommending practical security improvements aligned with current threats and industry standards. Contribute to incident response activities by assisting with investigation, containment, recovery, and post-event follow-up. Support vulnerability management by partnering with IT and business teams to prioritize fixes and close security gaps. Maintain accurate technical documentation, security procedures, and configuration standards while participating in reviews for new applications, infrastructure, and security-related projects. Help sustain and optimize the organization's standardized security environment following a recent modernization of security platforms, policies, and configurations.

Requirements

2-4 years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, incident response, or a closely related security discipline.
Proven hands-on experience administering enterprise firewalls, including policy management, troubleshooting, maintenance, and security optimization.
Strong working knowledge of Palo Alto Firewalls is required.
Experience analyzing network traffic, performing packet tracing, and resolving security or connectivity issues.
Familiarity with endpoint and network security technologies such as CrowdStrike, Cisco Umbrella, Check Point, Cisco ASA, or similar platforms.
Understanding of vulnerability management, threat monitoring, and incident response practices across modern IT environments.
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience and certifications will also be considered.
Relevant certifications such as Palo Alto Networks credentials, CompTIA Security+, or other cybersecurity certifications are a plus.

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