Identity Security Engineer [AQ-13397]
Aquent · Southlake, TX · 1 wk ago
On-siteAnalystContract
About The Opportunity
As an integral part of our security team, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening our digital defenses and protecting critical systems and data. This position offers a unique chance to make a tangible impact by staying ahead of evolving cyber threats and implementing proactive security measures. You will be at the forefront of security innovation, collaborating with a dedicated team to build resilient systems and ensure the continuous trust of our stakeholders. Your contributions will directly influence the security posture of a complex and dynamic digital environment, fostering a culture of vigilance and excellence.
Your Impact And Responsibilities
- Monitor new and emerging security threats from various sources, staying ahead of potential vulnerabilities.
- Assist with creating detection mechanisms based on emerging threats to proactively defend our systems.
- Troubleshoot complex security issues, including analyzing network traces, to ensure seamless operations and maintain client assurance and confidence.
Essential Qualifications
- 2-5 years of security implementation experience.
- Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions experience, specifically with federation technologies.
- Experience working with Docker technologies and Kubernetes.
- Working knowledge of Linux, Firewalls, Virtual Private Networking (VPN), Intrusion Detection/Prevention (IDS/IPS), and penetration testing.
- Strong technical track record and hands-on experience with many of the following technologies: L2/L3 firewalls, application layer security, anti-virus solutions, spyware/malcode tools, DDOS mitigation, traffic profiling/anomaly detection, wireless security, and VoIP security.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently.
- Good communication skills and a self-starter mentality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with passwordless authentication solutions.