Senior Cyber Security Engineer

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for a Senior Cyber Security Engineer in Oxnard, California. This person will be reporting to the Director of IT Infrastructure and Security. The Senior Cyber Security Engineer will be responsible for the design, implementation and management of advanced security measures to protect the compan's digital infrastructure and assets. This role is critical in maintaining the cybersecurity and integrity of the digital infrastructure. The Senior Security Engineer will play a key role in shaping the city's cybersecurity strategy and protecting the community's data from evolving threats. A deep understanding of current and potential cybersecurity threats is required including the ability to develop robust security solutions and drive security initiatives across the organization. Essential Functions: Security Architecture and Design: Develop and implement security architecture for new and existing systems, ensuring they meet the highest security standards and best practices. Incidence Response: Lead the response to all security incidents including detection, containment, eradication and recovery. Vulnerability Management: Work with the City SOC to conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses. Threat Analysis and Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of security systems and networks to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities. Policy Documentation and Development: Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures embracing city standards and best practices Security Audits and Compliance: Perform security audits and ensure local government best practices and standards including GDPR, HIPAA, PCI, NIST and ISO 2007 Security Awareness Training: Participate in developing and delivering security awareness training programs. Collaboration: Work closely with IT and City of Oxnard units to integrate 'best of breed' security into all aspects of the organization's operations. Job Requirements EDUCATION: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with major coursework in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security or a related field. EXPERIENCE: Five years of experience in cyber security with a proven track record of managing complex security projects, including complex network systems and design. An example of this experience includes: Extensive experience with security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, DLP, and endpoint protection Proven technical experience with security incident response, threat intelligence and detection, and vulnerability management. Hands on experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., Splunk, Nessus, CrowdStrike, EDR) OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing HIGHLY DESIRABLE: CISSP, CISM or similar. Experienced in Cyber Security in a city/municipal environment ABOUT KORE1 Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies. Kore1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kore1 complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Kore1 expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Kore1's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.