Northcross Group
Cybersecurity Engineer Job at Northcross Group in Portland
Northcross Group, Portland, ME, US, 04101
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
Cybersecurity Engineer / Analyst
About Northcross Group
At Northcross Group (NCG), a Portland, Maine-based systems integration and cybersecurity firm, we support clients in the private and public sectors and address a variety of technology integration and cybersecurity initiatives. We provide quality business solutions and understand the importance of providing the same level of care to the people who will use it and the underlying data. These fundamentalstechnology, data, and peopleare all a part of the equation for success.
Opportunity Description
NCG is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer with experience in assessing and building cybersecurity programs with a focus on penetration testing and DevSecOps. NCG supports clients in a broad range of industries (financial services, healthcare, transportation, and the Federal Sector) that are subject to number of regulatory requirements and industry standards for security.
NCG seeks a Cybersecurity Engineer with the programmatic and technical experience to provide direct client support and assessment functions aligned to applicable compliance frameworks. The Cybersecurity Engineer will work with our team helping clients develop and manage compliant infrastructures honed to meet the current remote/virtual workforce needs while addressing requirements for data and system security and privacy. This position will play a lead role in defining NCG corporate strategy in the cybersecurity space and alignment with other NCG system integration service offerings.
The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for performing penetration tests and security assessments on systems, networks, and applications. This role will also work with development and security teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle.
Role & Responsibilities
We are looking for a hands-on Cybersecurity Analyst to collaborate with internal team members and clients to design, implement, and provide ongoing oversight of cybersecurity programs that align with industry and organizational considerations.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant professional experience
3+ years of experience in penetration testing and/or security assessments
2+ years of experience in DevSecOps
Experience with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, FISMA, CMMC, etc.)
Experience with security testing and scanning tools
Strong understanding of networking, operating systems, and security concepts
Experience with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Excellent written and verbal communication and exceptional attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Benefits
At NCG, we have a commitment to excellence driven by continuous improvement across all areas of our business. We value our team members and offer competitive benefits, work/life balance, and opportunities for advancement. Benefits include:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
Cybersecurity Engineer / Analyst
About Northcross Group
At Northcross Group (NCG), a Portland, Maine-based systems integration and cybersecurity firm, we support clients in the private and public sectors and address a variety of technology integration and cybersecurity initiatives. We provide quality business solutions and understand the importance of providing the same level of care to the people who will use it and the underlying data. These fundamentalstechnology, data, and peopleare all a part of the equation for success.
Opportunity Description
NCG is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer with experience in assessing and building cybersecurity programs with a focus on penetration testing and DevSecOps. NCG supports clients in a broad range of industries (financial services, healthcare, transportation, and the Federal Sector) that are subject to number of regulatory requirements and industry standards for security.
NCG seeks a Cybersecurity Engineer with the programmatic and technical experience to provide direct client support and assessment functions aligned to applicable compliance frameworks. The Cybersecurity Engineer will work with our team helping clients develop and manage compliant infrastructures honed to meet the current remote/virtual workforce needs while addressing requirements for data and system security and privacy. This position will play a lead role in defining NCG corporate strategy in the cybersecurity space and alignment with other NCG system integration service offerings.
The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for performing penetration tests and security assessments on systems, networks, and applications. This role will also work with development and security teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle.
Role & Responsibilities
We are looking for a hands-on Cybersecurity Analyst to collaborate with internal team members and clients to design, implement, and provide ongoing oversight of cybersecurity programs that align with industry and organizational considerations.
Responsibilities:
- Perform penetration tests and security assessments on systems, networks, and applications
- Identify and exploit vulnerabilities in order to assess and improve security posture
- Report findings and recommendations to development and security teams
- Work with clients to implement security improvements
- Work with development teams to fix security vulnerabilities
- Automate security testing and scanning throughout the software development lifecycle
- Develop and implement security best practices
- Train and educate developers on security best practices
- Engage with internal and external clients to ensure successful audience adoption
- Keep abreast of industry best practices
- Train and mentor junior team members
- Participate in NCG initiatives and contribute positively to our team environment
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant professional experience
3+ years of experience in penetration testing and/or security assessments
2+ years of experience in DevSecOps
Experience with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, FISMA, CMMC, etc.)
Experience with security testing and scanning tools
Strong understanding of networking, operating systems, and security concepts
Experience with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Excellent written and verbal communication and exceptional attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with offensive security tools and frameworks
- Certifications such as OSCP, CEH, or CISSP
- Experience with DevSecOps tools and practices
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with cloud security tools and technologies
Benefits
At NCG, we have a commitment to excellence driven by continuous improvement across all areas of our business. We value our team members and offer competitive benefits, work/life balance, and opportunities for advancement. Benefits include:
- Competitive salary
- Employer-paid Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employer contributing 401(k) Retirement Benefits
- Employer provided Life Insurance and Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Three weeks paid time off
- Eleven paid holidays
- Tuition and education benefits