Security Engineer
Job ID: 108711
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC [On-Site]
Salary: $42.00 - $45.00 Hourly
Category: Infrastructure
Employment Type: Contract
GDH Consulting is hiring a highly skilled and motivated Security Engineer to work with our client. We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Lead Security Engineer to join our team in Nashville, TN. The successful candidate will lead a team of security engineers in managing and optimizing Cisco security products at scale for a large enterprise healthcare customer. This role requires a deep understanding of Cisco security solutions, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security in a complex and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of security engineers, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
- Oversee the deployment, configuration, and management of security products, including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, VPNs, and endpoint security solutions.
- Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices to protect the enterprise healthcare customer's network and data.
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborate with other IT teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of security measures with overall network operations.
- Monitor security alerts and incidents and lead the response and remediation efforts to mitigate risks.
- Stay current with the latest security threats, trends, and technologies, and proactively recommend enhancements to the security posture.
- Prepare and present security reports and metrics to senior management and the customer.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, such as HIPAA, and maintain documentation of security controls and processes.
- Act as the primary point of contact for security-related inquiries and issues from the customer.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Proven experience in a senior security engineering role, with a focus on security products.
- Strong knowledge of Cisco security solutions, including ASA, Firepower, Umbrella, AMP, ISE, and AnyConnect.
- Relevant Cisco security certifications (e.g., CCNP Security, CCIE Security) are highly desirable.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with customers, team members, and stakeholders.
- Experience in the healthcare industry and familiarity with HIPAA regulations is a plus.
- Ability to work onsite in Nashville, TN, and travel to customer locations as needed.
At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, “We care about people,” isn't just a tagline – it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.
Who We Are:
GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.
Benefits of Working for GDH:
- Professional Development
- Competitive pay
- Full health insurance
- 401k Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Weekly Paycheck & Direct Deposit
- & More!
