Security Engineer

A company I'm recruiting for is looking to hire a Security Engineer.

In this role, you would be assisting in protecting the organization's IT infrastructure by monitoring networks, identifying vulnerabilities, and responding to security incidents under the guidance of senior engineers, other responsibilities include using cybersecurity tools, analyzing security alerts, and implementing security measures to ensure compliance and prevent breaches

Full time on site role based out of Annapolis,MD. Salary ranges up to 130K,401K, Health Insurance, Parental Leave and other benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessment: Perform in-depth penetration testing on client networks, web applications, and cloud environments to identify security flaws.
• Compliance Auditing: Guide clients through the technical requirements for FedRAMP, StateRAMP, SOC 1/2, and ISO 27001/27701 certifications.
• Security Architecture Review: Evaluate client infrastructure, identifying gaps and designing secure, robust architectures.
• Risk Mitigation: Analyze vulnerability scan reports and provide actionable, practical remediation recommendations.
• Code Review: Review application code to identify security vulnerabilities.
• Reporting: Create detailed technical reports for client stakeholders, articulating risks and improvements.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 2+ years of experience in IT Security Engineering, specifically with network security, penetration testing, or compliance auditing.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP), operating systems (Linux/Windows), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
• Security Tools: Hands-on experience with tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, Nessus, and Wireshark.
• Compliance Frameworks: Knowledge of industry standards including NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and written/oral communication skills.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experienc

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