Lead Info Sec Engineer

Job#: 3021056

Job Description:

Title: Lead Information Security Engineer

Location: Philadelphia, PA 19124

Schedule: Hybrid- onsite T,W,Th remote M&F

Pay: $126,000-170,000 (experience dependent)

Type: Direct Hire

Apply Here: Please send a copy of your updated resume and availibility for a call to Emma @

Job Summary

The Lead Information Security Engineer plays a crucial role in supervising the improvement, maintenance, and management of our client's information security posture and related technologies. This position entails leading security projects, providing technical guidance and mentorship, overseeing blue-team defensive operations and purple-team exercises, coordinating vulnerability management, collaborating with business units and stakeholders, representing the security function, and managing vendor relationships including MSSPs, while working with cross-functional IT and operational teams to ensure effective implementation and continuous enhancement of security controls and solutions.

Education

Bachelor's degree: in Computer, Information Sciences or Business Administration

Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Licenses and Certifications (preferred)

CISSP - Cert Info Sys Security Professional

GCIH - GIAC Cert Incident Handler

GPEN - GIAC Penetration Tester

GCFE - GIAC Cert Forensic Examiner

Experience

3 Years experience in a Leading Information Security Programs including mentoring / managing junior security engineers/analysts for organizations

5 Years of experience leading Information security initiatives independently.

5 Years experience with risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods

7 Years experience with anti-virus software, intrusion detection, firewalls, and content filtering

7 Years experience with risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods

General Experience with communicating network security issues to peers and management

General Experience and knowledge with project management simultaneously leading and coordinating multiple projects

General Experience leading and mentoring a team in a high performing collaborative team environment

General Experience and knowledge with an in-depth understanding of hardware configurations, database management tools, query language, and application topologies

General Experience and knowledge with analyzing, diagnosing, suggesting, and implementing process improvements

General Experience in Healthcare IT (Preferred)

General Responsibilities

Complies with all policies and procedures, and all applicable accreditation standards, laws and regulations, including those regarding patient confidentiality such as, but not limited to, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, P. L. 104-191 ('HIPAA') and the rules and regulations implemented hereunder.

Adheres to and promotes Hospital Safety Standards and the Safety Management Plan.

Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.

Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.

Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.

Able to complete assignments to the satisfaction of the department manager.

Successfully manages multiple projects simultaneously.

Demonstrates basic levels of problem-solving skills.

Able to resolve layered issues.

Identifies complex issues and escalates appropriately.

Leads large projects involving multiple teams independently with minimal guidance.

Budgeting and Planning work.

EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

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.