Security Systems Engineer

Posted 16 Days Ago
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Reston, VA
Senior level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
As a Security Systems Engineer at Verisign, you will implement and manage cybersecurity tools and systems, lead Proof of Concepts for innovative technologies, and enhance security posture through effective management practices. You will also provide technical support for IT infrastructure and collaborate with various teams to achieve project objectives.
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Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services. 

We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet.  We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.

The Security Engineering team provides engineering and technical security services which improve the security posture of Verisign and its business partners.  We develop and promote practices and solutions that protect Verisign, Verisign employees and data.  We are hiring a Systems Engineer with a security background.

The ideal candidate will bring a depth of experience managing, implementing, and integrating hybrid security tools and has a passion for continuous learning on the latest industry trends and emerging technologies. This role works closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, security, and business units, to drive project success and align technical solutions with business needs. 

As an Information Security Engineer, you will be responsible for the implementation, management, and support of diverse cyber tools and infrastructure systems. You will lead the setup of Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to evaluate innovative technologies and play a key role in maintaining our security posture through effective Configuration Management and Patch Management practices. This position requires a deep understanding of Information Security principles and the ability to work across multiple teams to achieve project goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the implementation and administration and troubleshooting of cybersecurity tools and solutions, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and organizational security policies
  • Provide advanced technical support for IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage systems, ensuring high availability and performance
  • Design, set up, and evaluate PoCs to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of modern technologies in enhancing our security and infrastructure capabilities
  • Oversee the deployment and management of diverse cybersecurity tools, including intrusion detection systems (IDS), firewalls, endpoint protection, and SIEM solutions
  • Design, implement, optimize, and maintain SIEM solutions to monitor, detect, and respond to security events and incidents
  • Oversee the deployment and configuration of Tenable VM solutions or equivalent tool, ensuring thorough and accurate scanning across all assets
  • Analyze vulnerability data to assess risk, prioritize remediation efforts, and provide actionable insights to the IT and security teams
  • Create and maintain detailed reports and dashboards within Tenable, offering clear visibility into the organization's vulnerability landscape
  • Design, implement, and manage automated security workflows, playbooks, and response actions using Splunk SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) or equivalent tool

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years of experience in Security Engineering, Information Security, Infrastructure Support, or a combination of all 
  • Extensive experience developing content, integrating and triaging cybersecurity tools (e.g. Splunk-ES, Tenable, Network Security Solutions, endpoint protection)
  • Strong background in infrastructure support, including server, network, and storage administration in a Linux and VMWare Environment
  • Proficiency in setting up and managing Proof of Concepts (PoCs)
  • In-depth knowledge of Configuration Management and Patch Management practices
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities, break/fix troubleshooting, effective communication skills, the ability to pick up complex subject matter quickly, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team

This position is based in our Reston, VA office and offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule

The pay range is $135,800- $183,800. 

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is noted above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience. Verisign offers a discretionary bonus which is based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.


Verisign is an equal opportunity employer. That means we recruit, hire, compensate, train, promote, transfer, and administer all terms and conditions of employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law.

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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
1,286 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1985

What We Do

Verisign, a global provider of domain name registry services and internet infrastructure, enables internet navigation for many of the world’s most recognized domain names. Verisign enables the security, stability, and resiliency of key internet infrastructure and services, including providing root zone maintainer services, operating two of the 13 global internet root servers, and providing registration services and authoritative resolution for the .com and .net top-level domains, which support the majority of global e-commerce. To learn more about what it means to be Powered by Verisign, please visit Verisign.com.

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