Security Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:Kforce has a client in Tempe, AZ that is seeking a remote Security Engineer.Key Tasks: Security Engineer will be responsible for participating with the Information Security team to plan, develop, and execute vulnerability and policy compliance assessments Configures enterprise vulnerability assessment tools, performs internal/external scans, analyzes detected vulnerabilities, identifies the relevant threats, and eliminates false positives through manual validation Generates reports on assessment findings and summarizes them to facilitate remediation tasks for other operational teams As a Security Engineer, you will create and updates procedures for the vulnerability and compliance assessment process, including procedures on using the assessment tool (Qualys) Work with operation teams and stakeholders on building the asset inventory and grouping Review and update security standards; Will create and maintain compliance controls based on company's security standardsREQUIREMENTS: Advanced knowledge with minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in Microsoft 365 Security and Compliance including Data Loss Prevention, threat intelligence, Cloud App Security, Office 365 advanced threat protection, and Identity protection Knowledge and experience with OpenShift and Kubernetes Container Security in a multi-tenant Cloud and/or On-Premise environment Skills required are current or previous experience with vulnerability and compliance process and assessment using Qualys, administration preferred Recent hands-on experience with QualysGuard Policy Compliance product and building customized controls Solid working experience and knowledge of nix operating systems (admin skill in Linux/AIX a plus) Knowledge of Windows networking, windows domains and active directory, GPOs and end-point security Performed system hardening based on security standards; Ability to perform threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments against environment Security Assessment on Key Projects and servicesKforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.