Technical Security Engineer I

Job Description

Job Description

Join the Kitsap Bank Family as a Technical Security Engineer I!

Kitsap Bank is an independently owned, local bank whose roots trace all the way back to 1908. We are focused on the long-term, and being responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us by our customers, our communities, and the environment.

As a local, woman and family-owned company, our culture is like a big family, and we recognize our responsibility in supporting others giving back both time and money into the causes that enrich our communities.

Kitsap Bank has been recognized numerous times by the Puget Sound Business Journal and its employees as one of Washington's Best Workplaces.

The Technical Security Engineer I is responsible for the security of the Bank’s data network and managing the various security systems in place.

In addition, this may include implementing and testing new security features, planning computer and network upgrades, troubleshooting and responding to security incidents.

Grade : 20 Range : $75,212 - $116,576

This position may be eligible for an annual bonus depending on business factors and if the employee meets eligibility criteria.

Essential Functions :

• Plans, implements, and maintains all network security systems and their corresponding or associated software, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, SIEM (Security information and event management), DLP (Data Loss Prevention), web proxy, cryptography software, and anti-virus software in coordination with IT dept.
• Monitors all Banks data security systems (SIEM, Firewall, IDS, VPN, Web Filter, DLP, device logs, server security logs) for intrusions and anomalies.
• Monitors external threat intel, identifies any new threats that may affect the bank, and develops a plan of action to defend against.
• May assist in evaluating and recommending new security technology.
• Assists the Primary IT Incident Handler and IT Forensics Analysis for the Bank.
• Works with IT team and vendors in developing procedures to properly secure desktops, servers, and any other items on the network.
• Does weekly security scans and audits to identify any security deficiencies and works with IT to fix or mitigate any issues.
• Monitors vendors for security compliance and works with them to fix or mitigate any issues.
• Active involvement in research pertaining to new products, technologies, or anything that connects to the network or touches the bank’s data and provides security expertise.
• Back up for DR / BCP Meeting to provide security expertise.
• Trains IT staff as their backup for administration of the systems.
• Adheres to and may create documented departmental and corporate standards.

Additional Responsibilities :

• Work after hours and weekend to perform needed security related installs / upgrades without impacting the user community.
• Monitors critical systems 24 / 7.
• Available 24 / 7 for incident response.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills :

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Industry recognized expert level security certificate required (formerly DOD 8570 Level III or equivalent) and if not, must be able to commit to pass within 12 months.
• Incident Handler and / or IT Forensics Analysis experience highly preferred.
• Experience with current Microsoft technology. (e.g., Server 2019 / 2022, Hyper-V, Active Directory, SQL Server, Microsoft Exchange, DNS, DHCP, NPS, VDI.)
• Experience with Linux systems from command line comfortability to server administration.
• Proven knowledge of security best practices, architectures, technologies, systems, and products. (e.g., SIEM, IDS / IPS, Firewalls, Proxy Servers, Incident Handling, Forensics Analysis, Snort, Nessus, Kali, Security Onion, Wireshark.)
• Knowledge of network architectures, technologies, systems, environments, routers, switches, and products, as well as their interaction, tools, topology, and network protocols (e.

g., iSCSI, TCP / IP, SNMP, SMTP, DNS, DHCP, Ethernet, LAN / WAN, NAS, SAN, VMs).

• Experience administrating multi-factor authentication solutions (e.g., Duo, OKTA, Microsoft).
• Experience with change management and the documentation aspect that goes with it.
• Experience leading or supporting vulnerability detection and management.
• Works effectively in both team and independent settings.
• Five plus years of work experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Excellent customer interface skills with the ability to effectively communicate with staff on all levels.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
• Must possess the ability to work with minimal supervision, sometimes under pressure, and maintain composure event when faced with a disaster.
• Must be thorough and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Thorough knowledge of a range of computer networking systems and languages, current technological developments and trends in area of expertise.
• Able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and remain flexible to changing requirements.
• Must be willing to take an ownership role to deliver top notch services to all staff members.
• Must have access to transportation and ability to drive to various bank branches and department locations.

Physical / Mental Requirements :

• Position frequently involves hearing, speaking, standing, walking and repetitive motions of hands / wrists.
• Requires use of close and distance vision.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English and effectively communicate with Bank clients.
• Ability to discern information and formulate appropriate action.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Benefits Provided :
• Medical
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Spending Accounts
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Life / AD&D and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Plans (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability, Cancer Riders, and Life / AD&D Insurance)
• Pet Insurance

Retirement :

401k (match 4%) and Profit Sharing

Time Off :

• 15 Vacation Days (prorated for first year)
• 2 Personal Days
• 1 Volunteer Time Off Day
• 11 Holidays
• 1 Sick Day per Month
27 days ago