Senior Security Engineer

$86,848 - $131,635/Yr

Consolidated Communications - Gretna, LA

Full-time - Mid Level

Gretna, LA

1-10 employees

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The position involves designing and implementing security measures to protect the infrastructure of Consolidated Communications, a leading fiber provider in the U.S. The role requires a strong technical background in various security technologies and compliance with security policies and regulations. The candidate will also provide training, operational support, and participate in incident response, ensuring the security policy aligns with business needs.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement required security measures to ensure integrity of Consolidated Communications infrastructure.
• Maintain hardware and software operated by the security team, including firewalls, Linux and Windows servers, appliances, and third-party applications.
• Ensure compliance with the Company's security policy, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations (SOC, SOX, HIPAA, PCI, etc.).
• Provide training to internal teams on the Company's security policy.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the security policy aligns with evolving business needs.
• Provide operational support for Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
• Participate in incident response as required.
• Maintain awareness of current and developing threats.
• Perform scripting and security automation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of experience in firewall deployment, operations, and maintenance.
• Experience with Web Application Firewall (WAF) management.
• Strong understanding of network design and troubleshooting.
• Thorough understanding of protocols surrounding IP networks, including TCP/IP fundamentals, IP subnetting, hierarchical routing principles, OSPF and BGP operation, and VPN technologies.
• Linux and Windows administration experience.
• Experience with PKI operations and maintenance.
• Proficiency in one or more scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell).

Nice-to-haves

• CCNP or equivalent networking certification.
• NSE4, NSE5 & NSE6 Security certifications.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation and personal days
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual bonus program based on organization performance