Zero Trust Integrations Engineer

Job#: 2068725

Job Description:

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. We have an immediate opening for a Zero Trust Integrations Engineer to support our cybersecurity initiatives and implement Zero Trust principles across a wide range of enterprise systems.

Please apply if interested and qualified by sending an updated resume to Jordan at .

**Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted

Position: Zero Trust Integration Engineer


Location: 100% On-site in Tampa, FL

Estimated Duration: The client approximates that this project is a 6month contract to hire. However, there is no guarantee of employment for any length of time.

Pay Rate Range: negotiable based on experience

Project Description: The Zero Trust Integrations Engineer will lead the integration, deployment, and optimization of Zero Trust security solutions across diverse systems and technologies, ensuring robust security for all endpoints, servers, and infrastructure. This role involves hands-on experience with Zero Trust frameworks and collaboration with various teams to implement, configure, and maintain security mechanisms like EDR, SOAR, and Comply to Connect. The position, based in Tampa, Florida, supports USCENTCOM and requires a Secret Clearance. The engineer will enhance security posture, ensure compliance with best practices, and mitigate risks through strong collaboration with security teams, IT operations, and other stakeholders.

Day to Day Responsibilities/typical day look like:

• Leading efforts to design, deploy, and integrate Zero Trust security solutions, focusing on identity, authentication, and least-privilege access across the infrastructure.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify security gaps, define integration strategies, and ensure seamless integration of security tools (EDR, SOAR, Comply to Connect) within existing systems and environments.
• Designing and implementing security controls to enforce Zero Trust principles, ensuring no implicit trust is granted to any user, device, or application.
• Managing integrations for critical security technologies like EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response), SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response), and Comply to Connect systems to enhance endpoint security, automate responses to threats, and enforce security compliance.
• Ensuring that all integrations are consistent with security policies and best practices, focusing on minimizing risks and operational disruptions during implementation.
• Documenting integration plans, technical specifications, testing procedures, and deployment guides for Zero Trust solutions and technologies.
• Providing subject matter expertise on Zero Trust architecture, principles, and implementation to security teams, senior stakeholders, and other engineers.
• Mentoring junior engineers and team members on Zero Trust integration strategies, security technologies, and best practices.
• Evaluating and recommending new security technologies, tools, and processes to continuously improve the organization's Zero Trust security posture.
• Monitoring and analyzing the performance and security of integrated systems, providing recommendations for enhancements and optimization.

Selling Points for Candidates:

• Flexible work schedule
• Innovative and exciting program

Requirements:

• Required Skills:
  • Proven experience in implementing Zero Trust principles and technologies across enterprise systems.
  • Hands-on experience with EDR, SOAR, and Comply to Connect tools and their integration into diverse IT infrastructures.
  • Deep understanding of identity and access management, authentication protocols, and least-privilege access strategies.
  • Experience working with security technologies to enforce security policies, monitor threats, and automate responses.
  • Proficient in system integration, including integrating security tools within Windows and Linux environments.
  • Strong knowledge of network security, endpoint security, and security automation.
  • Experience with security frameworks, including NIST 800-53, CIS, and ISO 27001, in relation to Zero Trust deployments.
  • Expertise in security incident response, threat detection, and compliance monitoring across a hybrid IT environment.
• Desired Skills:
  • Familiarity with container security systems (e.g., Kubernetes, AWS, Azure).
  • Experience working with advanced security technologies, including SIEM, PAM (Privileged Access Management), and VPNs.
  • Knowledge of encryption technologies and data protection methods used in Zero Trust environments.
  • Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex security integration issues.
  • Familiarity with automation and orchestration tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Puppet) for integrating security solutions.
  • Understanding of security monitoring and logging for Zero Trust environments.

*Please note that as a contract employee of Apex Systems, benefits include the below with employee contribution*

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance; Short Term Disability
• Hospitalization Coverage
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay Periods
• Training and Development Programs
• 401k
• Referral Program

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: 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. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.