Lead Engineer, Cyber Security Operations

Company: Emergent BioSolutions Inc
Location: Gaithersburg
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

By clicking the Accept button, you agree to us doing so. Lead Engineer, Cyber Security Operations Location: Gaithersburg, MD, US, 20879 Those who join Emergent BioSolutions feel a sense of ownership about their future. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, innovation and growth opportunities. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance their scientific, technical and professional skills to develop products designed-to protect life. I. JOB SUMMARY The Principal Cyber Security Engineer works both independently and collaboratively with developers, project managers, project engineers, systems engineers, and software engineers. The primary responsibility for this individual will be the day to day activities/tasks associated with implementing cyber security solutions as it applies to the development and employment of a wide range of products. This includes ensuring adherence to secure engineering practices during the product life-cycle of software and hardware. II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for management, implementation, configuration, and deployment of Information Security systems such as SEIM, FWs, IDS/IPS, EDR, DLP, AV, ..ect
• Security Operations: Configuration and maintenance of security tools, applications, and processes to include next-generation firewalls, endpoint protection, email protection, and logging generation, collection, and analysis
• Security Monitoring: Primarily responsible for SIEM security event monitoring, and for creating and tuning custom detection rules
• Threat Management: Analyze threat intel, identify threat vectors, perform threat modeling, and develop use cases for security monitoring and response actions
• Reporting: Creation of reports, dashboards, metrics for security operations based on detected incidents/events
• Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of strategic IT security projects & initiatives
• Work across the organization to provide direction for Information Security initiatives. Assist information owners in identifying and implementing controls to mitigate the threats to the organization's information assets and computing resources. Identify and recommend security solutions to meet the changes in technology and business operations.
• Comprehend large, complex systems through documentation, diagrams, and direct communication
• Act as an advocate for Information Security standard methodologies.
• Consults with IT and business areas management regarding their security risks and responsibility in minimizing those risks.
• Represent security concerns with application development teams.
• Conduct application and vendor baseline reviews.
• Stay current with emerging cyber security technologies and industry trends The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management's assignment of essential functions. III. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS
  • 6+ years of applicable experience
  • Expertise with the technical implementation of security best practices and industry standards, and in-depth knowledge of cyber-attack tactics, monitoring techniques, data protection, and firewall/IPS/IDS management.
  • A clear understanding of security engineering, system and network security, security testing, authentication and security protocols, cryptography, networking, and application security
  • Experience in setting up and configuring log aggregation utilities, monitoring network, and system security logs, virtual environments, and assisting infrastructure, development, and security teams identify, analyze, and resolve issues
  • Experience architecting and implementing enterprise-level security solutions for Cloud companies (SaaS, IaaS, etc.)
  • Demonstrated ability in critical thinking, enjoy solving complex problems, and excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Experience creating automated processes using well-known frameworks such as PowerShell, Python, Bash, etc.
  • Possession of a current industry security certification (GIAC GSEC, SSCP, Sec+ etc.);
  • Possess planning, interpersonal, and motivational skills, able to write clearly and succinctly in technical and non-technical formats.
  • Experience in root cause analysis, industry benchmarking, survey evaluation and data interpretation is required.
  • Ability to establish and maintain multi-functional and positive working relationships.
  • Advanced computer skills and proficiency.
  • Strong interpersonal and networking skills with a solid ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to work under stressful and tight deadlines as well as the ability to lead in a fast-paced environment.
  • Above average computer hardware and software knowledge.
  • Ability to multi-task, discerns patterns in detail.
  • Think through problems for logical solutions and remain calm and professional under stress.
  • Able to work with highly confidential information. As part of our team, you'll join talented and inspiring colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. We offer highly diverse career opportunities, a supportive culture, competitive salaries, flexible work arrangements and an extensive benefits package. Information submitted will be used by Emergent BioSolutions for activities related to your prospective employment. Emergent BioSolutions respects your privacy and any use of the information submitted will be subject to the terms of our Privacy Policy . ABOUT EMERGENT Protecting and Enhancing 1 billion lives by 2030 focuses our energy to improve the quality of life for individuals around the world, giving them the opportunity to experience the fullness of life. Our drive towards this vision informs all of our actions-whether it is our approach to product development, manufacturing, encouraging employee health and wellness or giving back to the community-we strive every day to achieve this shared goal. WE BELIEVE IN OUR VALUES
    • Stand shoulder to shoulder no matter what
      • We combine our best thinking and communicate openly to support each other.
      • Break through thinking
        • We take smart risks, pursue innovation and challenge ourselves to constantly improve.
        • Own it always
          • Every person at Emergent is engaged and accountable for delivering on our commitments.
          • Compete where it counts
            • We set the right goals and respect each other as we conquer them together.

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