As a trusted Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), STIGroup designs, implements, supports and manages the required operations to support cybersecurity teams at organizations worldwide with monitoring, incident response, and security platform configuration and management.

Senior Engineers work with cross-functional teams that may include IT teams, operational staff, external vendors, third parties, and business partners to address issues across our customer environments. As part of the Security Operations team, you will work with limited supervision and direction while executing associated functions and responsibilities.

Everyone at STIGroup is encouraged to learn and grow as professionals at a very aggressive pace. The ideal candidate has a passion for information security, excellent analytical and communication skills, a strong foundation in information security concepts, and a moderate to advanced understanding of secure networking and systems technologies.

Job Description / Responsibilities

The position is primarily responsible for configuring and troubleshooting of client network security infrastructure platforms.

• Firewall technologies, Cisco, Checkpoint, Fortinet, Palo Alto, etc.
• Load Balancer Technologies, Citrix, F5, etc.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and translate customer business requirements to tactical and/or strategic solutions.
• Collaborate in the design and implementation of complex network technologies (Data Center, Cloud, Hybrid)
• Perform platform lifecycle management activities (patching, upgrades, policy configuration, etc.) for assigned platforms and/or tools.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Requirements

Must be a US citizen / permanent resident.

Education and/or Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in computer security, network security, design, or information security operations
• 3+ years of experience with OSPF, BGP routing protocols, Voice Over IP and QoS configuration
• 5+ years of hands-on configuration and knowledge of design and implementation concepts of firewall, VPN, IPS, vulnerability management platforms, and other security technologies.
• Advanced understanding of IP networking fundamentals, including IPv4, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN design theory, static and dynamic routing protocols, NAT, ACLs, etc.
• Knowledge and in-depth understanding of cloud services (xaaS), enterprise domain architecture design and operations.
• Awareness and understanding of secure communication and configuration requirements.
• Strong written, oral communication and interpersonal skills are a must. Customer oriented & professional.
• Ability to write technical reports and communicate technical content to non-technical audiences.
• Understanding of information security frameworks, incident management/response, security operations, and application security best practices.
• Support infrequent after hours and weekend escalations as needed (aside from on-call rotation)
• Bachelor’s degree and relevant network certifications is preferred; work experience and background will be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Basic knowledge of Linux operating systems (command line and GUI) is desirable.
• Type at least 40 words per minute
• Shift includes at least one weekend overnight and cycling on-call rotation.