Job Title: Security Engineer II
Location:  Los Angeles, CA – Open to Remote
Duration: 6  Months with Possible Extension
Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Interview Process: 2–3 steps (Video/Teams)
Dress Code: Business Casual
 
Remote Work and Onsite Expectations:
• Remote work is acceptable, with a preference for local candidates or those within Pacific or Central Time Zones. **NO EST**.
•Occasional onsite requirements may include HR orientation, equipment pickup, pre-employment health appointments, annual team events, go-lives, or other manager-assigned instances.
•Flexible travel expectations, typically requiring onsite presence 2–4 days per year for most remote team members.
•Equipment shipping available for candidates located 2+ hours driving distance from the office.
 
Summary:
Provides client operational, administrative and project support for the Information Security department whose purpose is to ensure the integrity of Information Systems Assets and to protect systems from unauthorized access or destruction. This role includes, but is not limited to: network security, systems security, IS policy, security solutions, incident response, monitoring, reporting, and general Information Technology concepts. Provide escalation support to senior engineers for most complex issues.
 
The Security Engineer II will perform technical analysis, installation, maintenance & modification of systems and software. Monitor, analyze and report on performance of systems. Participate in security solution implementations, incident response &remediation for identified incidents, participate in the development of policies, standards, procedures for the general operation of the InfoSec Team.
 
Responsibilities for this position include Implementing and monitoring security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks and organizational data; designing cyber security processes including but not limited to Incident Response, Eradication, etc. Carry out security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems: Detect, Respond, Mitigate, Report, Recover, Remediate, Lesson Learned. Identify and define system security requirements. Responsibilities will continually expand as the number and type of cyber-attacks increase and change.
 
Minimum Education:
Associate’s degree in computer science or a related field required OR the equivalent combination of experience and education that would demonstrate the capability to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
 
Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in general Information Security.
• Healthcare experience.
• PCI, HIPAA, NIST experience.
• Security control concepts: physical, logical,administrative.
• Proven work experience as a system security engineer or information security engineer.
• Experience in working with and maintaining security systems.

 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Detailed technical knowledge of operating system security
• Hands on experience in security systems including: intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, authentication systems, log management, content filtering, etc.
• Experience with network security and networking technologies
• Experience with security systems and tools

 
Accountabilities:

• Provide after-hours and weekend support where necessary for a 24x7 incident response model.
• Follow established IS procedures to ensure the safety of the IT systems and assets.
• Investigate and remediate incidents with standard Incident Response protocols. Inclusive of escalations and communications.
• Forecast and recommend short- and long-term solutions and strategies; lead implementation of those strategies.
• Implement and monitor security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks and information. Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols.
• Take appropriate actions to ensure minimal disruption to business customers.
• Develop technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks.
• Recommend security enhancements to management or senior IT staff.
• Collaborate with other IS teams on incidents, remediation, security systems & solutions, communications, etc.
• Prepare reports that document security breaches and the extent of the damage caused by the breaches.
• Identify and define system security requirements.
• Configure and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 53.00/hr.