Security Operations Engineer

Gordon Food Service•Wyoming, MI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Security Operations Engineer is a pivotal role within the cybersecurity team, responsible for driving the implementation and management of robust security measures to protect the organization's digital assets. This role involves leading and overseeing cybersecurity initiatives and providing strategic guidance to enhance the overall security posture of the organization. The Security Operations Engineer is responsible for ensuring a secure environment and minimizing potential risks through proactive security measures.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required.
Three or more years of related experience required.
Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices.
Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards and their practical implementation.
Proficiency in security incident response, including forensic analysis, malware analysis, and threat intelligence.
Experience in designing and implementing secure network architectures, including cloud security and identity and access management.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders at all levels.
Proven ability to lead and mentor junior team members.
Must have good customer service and time management skills.
Ability to develop solutions to a variety of complex problems, and reference established precedents and policies.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership in the development and execution of cybersecurity strategies, standards, and frameworks.
Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align cybersecurity initiatives with organizational goals and objectives.
Stay updated with emerging cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to provide expert guidance and recommendations.
Support risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential security risks and vulnerabilities.
Assist with implementation of risk mitigation strategies, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Provide subject matter expertise in evaluating security controls and recommending enhancements to mitigate risks effectively.
Design, implement, and maintain security solutions (SIEM, SOAR, NDR, EDR and related technologies).
Develop security standards, guidelines, and procedures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and select security technologies and solutions.
Oversee and coordinate incident response efforts, ensuring swift and effective response to security incidents.
Leverage threat intelligence sources to proactively identify and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
Conduct detailed investigations of security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement remediation measures.
Provide guidance and expertise in addressing audit findings and implementing necessary improvements.
Maintain a basic understanding of legal and regulatory requirements related to information security.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Participation in an On-call rotation that includes nights, weekends and holidays.