Cyber Security Engineer
Apex Systems · Merrifield, VA · 2 wk ago
Information TechnologyContract
Role Overview
We are seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to work with IT, industrial internet of things (IoT), and operational technology teams. This role will lead technology-driven business process transformation and innovation. The position involves partnering with IT, Risk, Security, and Audit teams to establish operational compliance that streamlines operations while protecting the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a subject matter expert for Physical Security Surveillance systems, particularly with Avigilon Unity Cloud Solution.
- Identify security risks in the IoT device ecosystem, communicate risks to management, and assist with mitigation efforts.
- Oversee the deployment, integration, and configuration of security solutions and enhancements to existing IoT security solutions.
- Perform security research, analysis, and testing through threat modeling, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing.
- Work with industry solution providers and equipment manufacturers to design and implement required systems integration points and data flow.
- Partner with sensor specialists and data scientists to manage data streaming and develop applications.
- Understand and document product details, including security architecture, trust boundaries, and data flows for connected devices.
- Provide product security-related coaching, mentoring, and expertise for all IoT device teams.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 7 years of Information Security and Physical Security Experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of Industrial Internet of things experience, including rapid design, prototyping, and deployment of embedded systems.
- Experience with Surveillance Systems, Cyber Security, and Network Security.
- Experience with configuring and designing segmented networking.
- Knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP, UDP, and XML.
- Knowledge of IoT software platforms such as ORDR, ARMIS, Azure IoT, or Cisco IoT Hub.
- Familiarity with OT environment security, including risk-based management, vulnerabilities, asset and threat protection, security behavioral analytics, and security environmental configuration across Cloud, On-Prem, and Hybrid platforms.
- Experience with communicating and data collection from systems such as sensors, controllers, and industrial systems.
- Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
- Ability to articulate and present IoT concepts to senior management.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in an Industrial environment is an asset.
- Experience with PLC, DCS, and SCADA is an asset.
Benefits
- Supplemental benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans.
- ESPP (employee stock purchase program).
- 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure.
- HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
- SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
- Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
- On-demand training program, certification prep access, and library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
- Certification discounts and perks to associations including CompTIA and IIBA.
- Dedicated customer service team for Consultants and certified Career Coach.