Cyber Security Engineer

Location: Knoxville, TN

Description: Cybersecurity Engineer

About the Role

As a Cybersecurity Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing security solutions that protect enterprise systems, networks, and data. You’ll work closely with cross-functional IT teams to integrate security into infrastructure and applications, respond to incidents, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This role requires deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a proactive approach to threat detection and mitigation.

Responsibilities

Security Architecture & Implementation

• Design and deploy advanced security technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption, and vulnerability management tools.
• Configure and secure network infrastructure components such as routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Manage security configurations for Active Directory and Azure AD environments.
• Implement endpoint protection and SIEM solutions.
• Administer M365 security features including Conditional Access, DLP, and ATP.
• Evaluate and recommend new security tools and technologies.

Security Operations

• Monitor systems for security incidents and respond promptly.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Lead technical response efforts during security breaches.
• Manage identity and access management (IAM) systems.
• Perform digital forensics and incident response as needed.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards such as HIPAA, NIST, and ISO 27001.
• Develop and enforce technical security controls to safeguard sensitive data.
• Conduct routine and ad-hoc security audits.

Collaboration & Training

• Partner with IT and business teams to embed security into projects and solutions.
• Provide cybersecurity training and awareness programs for staff.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of security protocols, configurations, and incident reports.
• Stay current with cybersecurity trends and recommend improvements.

Security Strategy & Maintenance

• Assist in the development and execution of the organization’s information security strategy.
• Draft and update security policies and standards.
• Maintain and troubleshoot security infrastructure software and hardware.
• Install and manage monitoring tools for detecting breaches and intrusions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Experience: 10 years in IT/Technology, with at least 5 years in cybersecurity engineering within enterprise environments.
• Certifications: One or more of the following required: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, CEH, Microsoft Azure Security Engineer, or equivalent.

Preferred Skills

• Strong understanding of cloud security (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform).
• Experience with Zero Trust architecture.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

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