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As a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer, you will be at the forefront of driving security initiatives within our Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) team! Using your extensive expertise in cybersecurity, you will lead the charge in conducting comprehensive technical security assessments, engaging with threat actors, performing forensic examinations, and implementing rigorous vulnerability testing.
In this pivotal role, you will serve as a trusted domain expert, guiding our vision and driving tangible results to fortify our security posture across various domains, including mobile devices, IoT devices, enterprise applications, cloud infrastructure, big data environments, core and carrier network technologies, and other critical business units as necessary.
As the principal security advisor, you will collaborate closely with multi-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects and services to our enterprise customers, providing invaluable insights and guidance to uphold the highest standards of security. Join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity and safeguarding our digital assets against emerging threats.
Job Responsibilities- The Principal Cybersecurity Engineer excels in optimizing multi-functional partnerships to meet customer requirements effectively, demonstrating leadership in organizing large-scale analysis efforts across departments. Using internal and external data resources, they make strategic business decisions and collaborate closely with key partners, fostering long-term relationships.
- In leading information security reviews, this role works closely with Engineering & Operations Teams to address security vulnerabilities identified through PSIRTs, scans, or breaches. They proactively find opportunities for process or technology improvements within existing legacy applications or infrastructure, driving remediation efforts.
- Investigating security needs and recommending resolutions, the Principal Cybersecurity Engineer implements, tests, and monitors security improvements, ensuring robust defenses. They maintain visibility at the Executive level, working with various groups such as application support, engineering ops, finance, and risk management.
- Drawing upon significant experience in analyzing underlying technologies for threat identification and analysis, they proactively identify development areas and stay abreast of current trends to address major security issues. Playing a leadership role in implementing action plans, they lead security projects driven by both internal and external stakeholders.
- Additionally, they mentor peers and junior team members, imparting expertise in security technologies, enterprise solution design, and effective customer interaction. With a deep understanding of various threat modeling approaches, they are an authority in network & information security, including Firewall policy design, SSL Certificate management, and vulnerability analysis & mitigation, ensuring an advanced understanding of IP/Security solutions applicable to the Wireless Network Architecture.
Education- Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or Information Technology.
Relevant experience in lieu of degree may be considered.
Work Experience- 7-10 years conducting security assessments and vulnerability testing to identify and mitigate risks in digital environments
- 7-10 years developing and implementing cybersecurity measures across various technologies including mobile and IoT devices, cloud services, and network technologies
- 7-10 years Leading and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance security postures and strategic cybersecurity initiatives
- Be authority in multiple security subject areas
- Experience with high level design architecture, security technologies, networking, web services and SOA.
- Domain expert in all facets of network & information security, including Firewall policy design, SSL Certificate management, vulnerability analysis & mitigation, and other topics as assigned.
Highly Preferred Skills- Proficient in conducting digital forensics investigations, including acquiring, analyzing, and preserving digital evidence from various sources (e.g., computers, mobile devices, network logs).
- Experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, endpoint protection, and vulnerability scanners.
- Strong understanding of cloud security principles and standard processes (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
- Familiarity with a range of digital forensics tools and software (e.g., EnCase, FTK, Volatility, Wireshark) for data acquisition, analysis, and reporting.
- Proficient in analyzing the cyber threat landscape to identify emerging threats, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by threat actors.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Significant knowledge of current technological trends and developments in the area of info security ()
- Ability to create technical specification and requirements and work independently and with no direction/supervision. Able to quickly adapt to new or evolving technologies related to new product & services requiring validation or research.
- Strong verbal and communication skills with diverse multi-functional groups. Ability to present advanced concepts to leadership, peers, and others in subordinate roles.
- Always act with tact and integrity, and collaborate with a variety of individuals in a positive and productive manner
- Self-motivated and able to work under timelines.
- Strong problem solving / troubleshooting skills
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks to complete independently, as well as delegate and track progress within the team, all within the time frame established.
- In-depth knowledge of security standard methodologies in large-scale environments. Author white papers and presents at industry conferences. Able to drive industry standards and socialize internally and externally.
- Strong presentation skills to large and small audiences.
- Understanding load balancers (ex - A10, F5), firewalls (ex - CheckPoint), Venafi, MDM (ex - Mobile Iron), Cloud (ex - AWS, Azure), Malware Protection (ex -FireEye), Advanced Persistent Threats (ex - Damballa), Privileged Accounts (ex - CyberArk), SIEM (ex - ArcSight), Log & Event (ex - Splunk), Intrusion IDS/IPS (ex - Symantec), Cloud Platform (ex - PCF, Docker), Scanning (ex - Qualys), AppSec (ex - Veracode)
- Expert understanding of T-Mobile's network elements and how they work together (EIT, Engineering & 3rd Party).
- Advance knowledge of Scripting tools (Python/Perl/Shell/HTML/PHP)
- Knowledge of federal & compliance regulations e.g. SOX, PCI & CPNI
Licenses and Certifications- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) CISSP and/or CCSK and/or CCSP and/or CISA/CISM certification a plus (Preferred)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) (Preferred)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) (Preferred)
At least 18 years of age
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Travel:
Travel Required (Yes/No):Yes
DOT Regulated:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No):No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No):No
Base Pay Range: $127,800 - $230,700
Corporate Bonus Target: 20%
The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The successful candidate's actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range.
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