Sr. Network Engineer at Horizontal Talent in Atlanta, Georgia

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a seasoned Sr. Network Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is integral to the design, testing, evaluation, implementation, support, management, and deployment of security systems/devices safeguarding the organization's information assets.

Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze the information security environment and assist in developing security measures to protect information against unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure.
- Work with the technical team to recover data following a security breach.
- Establish computer and terminal physical security by developing standards, policies, and procedures.
- Safeguard computer files by performing regular backups and developing procedures for source code management and disaster preparedness.
- Evaluate new technologies and processes that enhance security capabilities.
- Define, implement, and maintain corporate security policies.
- Create, test, and implement network disaster recovery plans.
- Train staff on network and information security procedures.
- Configure and install firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
- Develop automation scripts to handle and track incidents.
- Investigate intrusion incidents, conduct forensic investigations, and mount incident responses.
- Perform vulnerability testing, risk analyses, and security assessments.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience in a similar role. They will be adept at communicating with technical teams, management, and users company-wide in the event of a data security breach. They will also be responsible for determining the sensitivity of data to recommend appropriate security needs and developing proposals for cost-effective equipment options to satisfy these needs.

This role requires a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. The successful candidate will participate in educational opportunities, read professional publications, maintain personal networks, and participate in professional organizations. They will also be responsible for updating job knowledge and accomplishing information systems and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Join our client's team and contribute to their mission of safeguarding information assets while fostering a culture of security awareness.