Job#: 2031137

Job Description:

Network Security Engineer

Apex Systems is hiring for a Network Security Engineer with a large technology client in Redmond, WA!

Location: Remote-Hybrid in Redmond, WA (2-3 days/week on-site) Contract Duration: 4 month contract, possibility for extension Typical Day in the Role:

• Purpose of the Team: The purpose of this team is a cybersecurity team that does threat intelligence and defense engineering. They run the Security & Information Event Management (SIEM) platform that encompasses network security monitoring, detection analytics with enrichment, and threat intelligence services. Our goal is to provide real-time threat visibility, early detection, and rapid response capabilities to safeguard the network, infrastructure, and services.

Candidate Requirements:

• 8+ years of network security experience
• Bachelors in Computer Science or similar field. Additional year of experience can be used in lieu of.
• Experience in one or more of the following coding languages: C#, Kusto Query Language (KQL), Python with Synapse. Examples: AzureDevOps, KQL, SQL, PowerBI, Tableau, etc.
• Preferred: CISSP or similar cyber security certificate

Overview:

• Develop an understanding of the service Threat Insider Defense Engineering provides and our customers' needs.
• Analyze data available to identify service improvements (and identify gaps in data that would be helpful going forward)
• Develop reporting and dashboards to illustrate findings and influence priority decisions for changes to be adopted.
• Identify solutions to address the improvements identified and drive solutions to closure.
• Showcase customer service.
• Working in an agile framework with sprints, design discussions.
• Testing the quality and functionality of the code and the tool.

• Communication of status reports, issues, risks, escalations, help needed.

   

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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