Enterprise Security Engineer - San Jose

ResponsibilitiesFounded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Helo, and Resso, as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join UsCreation is the core of ByteDance's purpose. Our products are built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make our innovations possible.

Together, we inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we aim towards achieving every day. To us, every challenge, no matter how ambiguous, is an opportunity;

to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always. At ByteDance, we create together and grow together.

That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the users we serve. Join us. Team IntroductionByteDance's IT security team is responsible for enterprise IT global cyber security, server security, endpoint security, application security construction, and protection work.

They work to improve overall IT security capabilities and security posture, providing security processes, security assessments, security operations, and security vulnerability management services.

The team also supports IT teams and business departments in meeting their security requirements. Responsibilities- Manage the day-to-day operations of all enterprise security tools (, firewalls, Email gateway, IDS / IPS, EDR, AV, CASB, and SWG)- Conduct security architecture reviews and makes recommendations regarding configurations, policies, and align with industry security standards- Perform routine audits and assessments of security tools to verify their compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.

• Participate in the evaluation and selection of new security tools and technologies, conducting proof-of-concept testing and providing recommendations to improve the overall security posture.
• Participate in new security tools implementation, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to security tools, working closely with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution.
• Assist develops and maintains security documentation, including policies, procedures, and guidelines, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), user guides, and knowledge base articles- Review security logs and reports to identify patterns or anomalies that may indicate a security breach.
• Respond to security incidents and resolve them in a timely manner.- Work with teams across different time zones and collaborate with cross-functional teams within the organization to ensure that security policies and procedures are followed.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats and vulnerabilities, and implement appropriate countermeasures.- Flexible working hours, maybe shift schedule work on weekends or holidaysQualificationsMinimum Qualifications- Proven experience in IT security operations with a focus on security tools administration and maintenance.
• 3 years of experience working in a security system administration such as IT Security Engineer or Cyber Security Engineer role.
• Proficient in performing routine maintenance tasks on security tools, such as updates, patches, and upgrades.- Strong understanding of security tools, technologies, and industry best practices, including NGFW firewalls, SIEM, IDS / IPS, antivirus, vulnerability scanners, and related tools.

Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or STEM field- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve technical issues related to security tools.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a global team environment, effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Familiarity with network and system security concepts and technologies, Windows and Linux system security, APP security etc.
• Relevant certifications (, Security+, CEH, CISSP, GCIA) are a plus.- Programming, threat hunting, and pentesting ability are preferred.

ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives.

Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life.

To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach.

We are passionate about this and hope you are too. ByteDance Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws.

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