Cyber Security Ops Engineer

Job Summary :

Dexian is seeking a Cyber Security Ops Engineer for an opportunity with a client located in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities :

• End-to-end cyber security monitoring and response. In addition, team members with a strong Developer background will work to increase response automation and efficiency
• Responding to, researching, measuring, detecting and mitigating security attacks that target the network and application layers
• Exercising judgment within broadly defined practices in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criterion for obtaining results
• Designing and implementing secure solutions to meet customer / client needs while protecting the Bank's assets
• Providing subject matter expertise
• Collaborating with peers and business units in a team-focused environment

Requirements :

• 1-3 years of programming is preferred. Python is preferred language, but experience with other object oriented languages also welcome : Java, JavaScript, C#, C++, R, Ruby, Perl, PHP, etc
• Strong understanding of the TCP / IP protocol stack
• CISSP, CCIE, CEH, CCNA is desired, but not required
• Experience with firewalls, access control lists (ACL's), Intrusion Detection Prevention technologies, and other network security equipment is desired
• A working knowledge of security threat vectors such as Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, networking, network security and application security desired
• Advanced problem solving skills
• Demonstrates the capability of working in a team environment and collaborating with oversea partners
• Ability to work without oversight
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and architecture, as well as an understanding of Content Delivery Networks

Desired Skills and Experience

Cybersecurity Ops Role

6-month CTH

No C2C - US Citizen - W2 Only

On site Hybrid in Denver CO or Chicago IL

Must Haves - write python code from scratch, Knowledge and understanding of TCP / IP

Need to be able to write their own python code.

Networking - need a strong understanding of TCP / IP, how it goes from a server and back, how servers, DNS works, what firewalls do, not deeply knowledgeable but familiar.

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide.

As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants.

Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.