Our client is looking for a Security Engineer for a 6 month contract just outside of Boston. The Security engineer will play a crucial role in supporting the information security department. This role involves both day-to-day security operations and various time sensitive information security projects. Certifications and ability to program in C, Python and PERL an added plus.

Key Responsibilities:

Security Project Management: Lead and participate in projects aimed at evaluating, designing, and deploying security solutions that meet client’s needs. Collaborate with various teams to determine requirements, select, develop, and implement appropriate security solutions.
Risk Mitigation: Develop and recommend strategies to prevent security breaches and intrusions, working closely with the Director of Policy and Security. Manage access control for non-Information Security projects and analyze outputs from security monitoring systems.
Cyber Incident Response: Act as a key resource for responding to cyber incidents, including the evaluation and implementation of firewall change requests, monitoring security products, and analyzing audit logs.
Security Support: Provide technical guidance and support to IT staff and end users, ensuring adherence to client’s security policies and procedures.
Technical Expertise:
Proficient in at least one technical domain of information security such as access control systems, firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention, and Internet security.
Strong knowledge of server and desktop operating system administration, network security, and application security.
Programming Skills:
Proficiency in coding languages such as C, Java, PERL, Python, or similar (strongly preferred).
Experience:
Hands-on experience with firewalls and Intrusion Detection/Prevention systems (strongly preferred).
Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team environment, influencing stakeholders at various levels within a large organization.
Certifications:
Security certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), SANS, or similar are preferred.

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