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Zone 5 Technologies

IT Security Engineer III/IV at Zone 5 Technologies

San Luis Obispo, CaliforniaFull-timeITPosted 22 days ago
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<div class="content-intro"><p>At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.</p> <p>We're building the future of UAS capabilities, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next-generation flight systems, you belong here.</p></div><p>We are seeking an experienced IT Security Engineer to design and implement security policies and best practices. The ideal candidate will have proven track record of security roles with increasing responsibilities, and the ability to work collaboratively with various engineering, IT, and program leads to implement and maintain a strong security posture.</p> <p>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Design&nbsp;and&nbsp;Implement&nbsp;Security&nbsp;Measures</strong>:&nbsp;Develop&nbsp;and&nbsp;enforce&nbsp;security&nbsp;policies&nbsp;and&nbsp;protocols&nbsp;to&nbsp;protect&nbsp;sensitive&nbsp;information&nbsp;and&nbsp;systems&nbsp;from&nbsp;unauthorized&nbsp;access&nbsp;and&nbsp;cyber&nbsp;threats.</li> <li><strong>Conduct&nbsp;Security&nbsp;Audits</strong>:&nbsp;Regularly&nbsp;assess&nbsp;the&nbsp;organization's&nbsp;security&nbsp;posture&nbsp;through&nbsp;audits&nbsp;and&nbsp;vulnerability&nbsp;assessments&nbsp;to&nbsp;identify&nbsp;potential&nbsp;weaknesses&nbsp;and&nbsp;recommend&nbsp;improvements.</li> <li><strong>Incident&nbsp;Response</strong>:&nbsp;Provide&nbsp;incident&nbsp;response&nbsp;to&nbsp;security&nbsp;breaches,&nbsp;investigate&nbsp;incidents,&nbsp;and&nbsp;develop&nbsp;strategies&nbsp;to&nbsp;mitigate&nbsp;future&nbsp;risks.</li> <li><strong>Updates and Patching</strong>: Audit and manage patching across the enterprise.</li> <li><strong>Security&nbsp;Awareness&nbsp;Training</strong>:&nbsp;Conduct&nbsp;training&nbsp;sessions&nbsp;for&nbsp;employees&nbsp;to&nbsp;promote&nbsp;security&nbsp;best&nbsp;practices&nbsp;and&nbsp;awareness&nbsp;of&nbsp;potential&nbsp;threats.</li> <li><strong>Stay&nbsp;Updated&nbsp;on&nbsp;Security&nbsp;Trends</strong>:&nbsp;Keep&nbsp;abreast&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;latest&nbsp;security&nbsp;trends,&nbsp;technologies,&nbsp;and&nbsp;regulatory&nbsp;requirements&nbsp;to&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;compliance&nbsp;and&nbsp;enhance&nbsp;security&nbsp;measures.</li> <li><strong>Enforce CMMC 2.0 Regulations</strong>:&nbsp; Work closely with CMMC Security Analyst and other IT staff to implement and maintain CMMC 2.0 guidelines as they relate to cyber security.</li> </ul> <p>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: (doesn’t have to exactly follow below bullets, but provided as a guide)</p> <ul> <li><strong>Educational&nbsp;Background</strong>:&nbsp;A&nbsp;Bachelor’s&nbsp;degree&nbsp;in&nbsp;Computer&nbsp;Science,&nbsp;Cybersecurity,&nbsp;or&nbsp;a&nbsp;related&nbsp;field.&nbsp; Or five or more years’ of work experience as a Security Engineer or related position.</li> <li><strong>Experience</strong>:&nbsp;five or more years’ of work experience as a Security Engineer or related position, with&nbsp;a&nbsp;solid&nbsp;understanding&nbsp;of&nbsp;security&nbsp;methodologies&nbsp;and&nbsp;technologies.</li> <li><strong>Technical&nbsp;Skills</strong>:&nbsp;Proficiency&nbsp;in&nbsp;security&nbsp;tools&nbsp;and&nbsp;technologies,&nbsp;including&nbsp;firewalls,&nbsp;intrusion&nbsp;detection&nbsp;systems,&nbsp;and&nbsp;encryption&nbsp;methods.&nbsp;Familiarity&nbsp;with&nbsp;programming&nbsp;languages&nbsp;such&nbsp;as&nbsp;Python or Powershell.</li> <li><strong>OS Platforms</strong>: Proficient in Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems.</li> <li><strong>Cloud Platforms: </strong>AWS, Azure, and Office 365</li> <li><strong>Networking and Infrastructure:</strong>&nbsp; Proficient in vlans, VPN technologies, Firewalls, and networking best practices in a DOW environment.</li> <li><strong>Security Frameworks</strong>:&nbsp; Familiarity with CMMC 2.0 and Dfars 252.204-712 and NIST 800-171.&nbsp; ISO 27001, and ITAR beneficial.</li> <li>U.S. Citizenship</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li><strong>Certifications</strong>:&nbsp;Relevant&nbsp;certifications&nbsp;such&nbsp;as&nbsp;Certified&nbsp;Information&nbsp;Systems&nbsp;Security&nbsp;Professional&nbsp;(CISSP)&nbsp;or&nbsp;Certified&nbsp;Ethical&nbsp;Hacker&nbsp;(CEH)&nbsp;are&nbsp;highly&nbsp;desirable.</li> <li><strong>Experience</strong>: 5+ years of experience in a government regulated industry or similar high security industry.</li> </ul> <p>Pay Range by Level:<br>Level III - $129,000 - $158,000</p> <p>Level IV - $158,000 - $188,000</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Pay range for this role</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$129,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$188,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>What's in it for you:</strong></p> <p>Benefits:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Competitive total compensation package&nbsp;</li> <li>Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.</li> <li>401k with company-match&nbsp;</li> <li>4 weeks of paid time off each year</li> <li>12 annual company holidays</li> </ul> <p>Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?</p> <ul> <li>Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.</li> <li>Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.</li> <li>Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.</li> </ul> <p>If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team!&nbsp;</p> <p><em>In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. </em></p> <p><em><span data-teams="true">Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities under E-Verify:&nbsp;<a id="menur1c92" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="https://www.e-verify.gov" target="_blank">https://www.e-verify.gov</a>.</span></em></p></div>

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