Cybersecurity Engineer

Position Overview :

Cybersecurity Engineer is a hands-on role that requires an advanced level of technical expertise and communication. The person in this position is responsible for a broad range of tasks, including but not limited to, the day-to-day administration of information security tools and devices, analyzing new / existing security threats and recommending security measures to safeguard against them, establishing / updating actionable security metrics, monitoring and management of the information security mailbox and associated ticket queues, which includes the analysis and appropriate response to suspected phishing attacks, security incidents, etc.

The individual in this position will need to interact closely with product vendors and service providers, with personnel from various IT departments - including the application development, operations and network, and privacy / compliance teams - and with business departments. In-depth knowledge of HomeServe's operating systems and security applications, and basic network protocols and tools are also required.

Responsibilities :

• Works with the HomeServe business units and with other risk functions to identify security requirements, using methods that may include risk and business impact assessments.
• Develop strategies and plans to achieve security requirements and address identified risks.
• Performs control and vulnerability assessments to identify control weaknesses and assess the effectiveness of existing controls and recommends remedial action.
• Report to HomeServe management concerning residual risk, vulnerabilities and other security exposures, including misuse of information assets and noncompliance.
• Plays an advisory role in application development or acquisition projects, to assess security requirements and controls and ensure that security controls are implemented as planned.
• Collaborates on IT projects to ensure that security issues are addressed throughout the project life cycle.
• Assists in the development of security architecture and security policies, principles and standards.
• Develops security processes and procedures and to ensure that security controls are managed and maintained.
• Defines security configuration and operations standards for security systems and applications, including policy assessment and compliance tools, network security appliances, and host-based security systems.
• Develops and validates baseline security configurations for operating systems, applications, networking and telecommunications equipment.
• Assists with the resolution of audit findings reported by HomeServe's internal or external auditors.
• Assists security administrators and IT staff in the resolution of reported security incidents.
• Assists and trains junior team members in the use of security tools, the preparation of security reports and the resolution of security issues.
• Advises security administrators on normal and exception-based processing of security authorization requests.
• Participates in security investigations and compliance reviews as requested by internal or external auditors.
• Researches, evaluates, designs, tests, recommends and plans the implementation of new or updated information security technologies.
• Researches and assesses new threats and security alerts and recommends remedial action.
• Monitors the information security mailbox and ticket queues, responding to inquiries and addressing issues in a timely manner.

Essential Functions :

Essential Job Function

% of Time on Function

Security Strategy & Governance

10%

Risk Management & Compliance

20%

Security Operations & Incident Response

30%

Security Architecture & Technology Implementation

30%

Security Awareness & Training

10%

Total

100%

Job Requirements :

Strong knowledge and understanding of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).

Demonstrated ability to communicate complex cybersecurity concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Minimum Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of the position for which they work. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to listen, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls while executing tasks like working on a computer or talking on the telephone. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to low.

This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Salary Range : $98,683.60 - $131,578.13

Annual Bonus Potential : 10%

HomeServe USA is an equal opportunity employer.

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