Senior Security Engineer

Responsibilities

Classification : Exempt / Non-Bargaining

Position may be located remote. #LI-Remote

Join a team that offers growth potential, competitive compensation, an excellent benefits package and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of customers and communities.

Consolidated Communications is a best-in-class, top 10 U.S. fiber provider that delivers reliable fiber communications solutions to consumers and businesses.

We are committed to providing meaningful work in a positive environment while connecting people and enriching how they work and live.

At Consolidated, our employees make the difference. We welcome and value individuals from different cultures, with diverse life and work experiences and educational backgrounds.

Responsibilities :

Design and implement required security measures to ensure integrity of Consolidated Communications infrastructure.

Detailed technical experience with the following Firewalls, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Incident and Vulnerability Response based on the MITRE ATT&CK Framework and / or Cyber Kill Chain.

Ensure compliance with the Company's security policy, procedures, and applicable laws and regulation (SOC, SOX, HIPAA, PCI,?

etc). Perform maintenance of hardware and software operated by the security team, including firewalls, Linux and Windows servers, appliances, and third-party applications.

This will often require translating configurations and policies between vendor specific implementations and collaborating with internal teams to verify design and requirements.

Provide training to internal teams on the Company's security policy. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the security policy aligns with evolving business needs.

Provide Operational support for Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Provide support to internal teams as requested; after hours if required.

Participate in incident response as required.

Maintain awareness of current and developing threats.

Scripting and security automation.

Qualifications

Passion for security and the technologies that drive business.

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Bachelors degree or 5+ years of experience in the following :

• Firewall deployment, operations, and maintenance
• WAF Management
• Network design and troubleshooting
• Thorough understanding of protocols surrounding IP networks.

These skills should include :

a. TCP / IP fundamentals.

b. IP subnetting and hierarchical routing principles.

c. Routing protocol operation (OSPF and BGP).

d. Routing policies at BGP peering points.

e. VPNs and the associated tunneling technologies.

• Linux and Windows administration
• PKI operations and maintenance
• Experience with one or more scripting language (e.g. Python, PowerShell)

Desired Certifications :

CCNP or equivalent networking certification

NSE4, NSE5 & NSE6 Security certifications

Benefits Offered

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package :

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation and personal days
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual bonus program to eligible employee's based upon organization performance

Salary

Pay range (commensurate with skills and experience) : $86,848 - $131,635

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, familial status, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.