We are seeking an Advanced Cloud Engineer for a hybrid position in Charlotte NC.
- Employees at this level protects the enterprise against cyber threat through collaboration, technical expertise, and leadership.
- Incumbents designs, implements, and maintains network defense solutions across Enterprise Networks (Cloud, Web and Data Center).
- Position focuses on improving cybersecurity capabilities and driving implementation of cybersecurity strategy. Enhancing the cybersecurity posture of the enterprise.
- The ideal candidate would have a solid understanding of Cloud Networking and Security (AWS, Azure, OCI, GCP)
- Web communications and Security (Web Application Firewall, Content Deliver Network)
- Secure Access Service Edge (SASE); Remote access connectivity
- Corporate Datacenter networking and security.
- Intermediate Cyber Architecture knowledge.
- Hands-on technical experience with Network Defense Systems (i.e., Firewalls, WAF/CDN, networking infrastructure).Terraform, and Project Management.
- Incumbents at this level solve complex problems, manage work plans, and provide leadership to others in areas of specialization, with no supervision and increased latitude for decision making.
- Incumbents function in lead roles providing guidance to others.
- Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or other closely related discipline
- Hands on experience working with Web Application Firewall and Content Delivery Network
- Hands on experience working with Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls
- Hands on experience with Cloud security solutions (AWS/Azure/OCI/GCP Cloud Native Security)
- Hands on experience with Secure Edge solutions for SASE implementation, or similar remote access methodology
- Hands on experience with Terraform
- Knowledge of application-aware firewall concepts and functions (e.g., Single point of authentication/audit/policy enforcement, message scanning for malicious content, data anonymization for PCI and PII compliance, data loss protection scanning, accelerated cryptographic operations, SSL security, REST/JSON processing)
- Knowledge of networking and Internet communications fundamentals (i.e. devices, device configuration, hardware, software, applications, ports/protocols, addressing, network architecture and infrastructure, routing, operating systems, etc.)
- Skill in configuring and utilizing network protection components (e.g., Firewalls, VPNs, network intrusion detection systems)
- Skill in performing packet-level analysis
- Experience troubleshooting across firewall infrastructure with various third-party tools
- Direct background or exposure to cyber security operations
- Experience in Web security and compliance experience (e.g., Firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, DDOS prevention and PCI, HIPAA, FIPS, etc.)
- Expertise in API integrations
- Coding and scripting experience
- NERC CIP Compliance experience
- Proven ability to speak and write about complex technical topics to a less technical audience.
- Relevant Cloud Security Certifications
location: CHARLOTTE, North Carolina
job type: Contract
salary: $70.44 - 80.44 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Leads projects and provides project management concepts to ensure project delivery and management.
- Able to manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously.
- Installs, configures, tests, operates, maintains, and manages network defense systems including hardware and software that secure networks, applications, and data.
- Maintains compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory requirements through technical control implementation.
- The Lead is expected to produce technical guidance and training through process and procedure development.
- Make recommendations to optimizing Network Defense Firewall Management processes, procedures, and policy.
- Operationalizes new security solutions for Network Defense Firewall Management
- Proactively identifies/makes recommendations on potential security issues and solutions.
- Leads investigation/troubleshooting efforts during service disruption events. Diagnose and resolve customer reported system incidents, problems, and events.
- Interacts with Cybersecurity Architecture to understand, apply, and enforce security requirements.
- Participate in the planning and implementation of projects.
- Drive continuous improvement of processes and procedures to improve analysis, detection, and mitigation of incidents in support of the overall Cyber Defense mission.
- Main point of contact for technical expertise and escalation. This would consist of CIRT support, troubleshooting, and on-call support.
- Serve as point-person and subject matter expert for issues and projects.
- Maintains up-to-date documentation of the security infrastructure and security strategies.
- Understands enterprise security standards/requirements.
- Provides increased availability during Storm Mode conditions and CIRT events.
- Adheres to proper Change Management and Human Performance requirements and processes.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
