Sr IT Security Engineer

Permag is a leading provider of engineered magnetic solutions through its portfolio of specialized brands—Dexter Magnetic Technologies, Electron Energy Corporation (EEC), and Magnetic Component Engineering (MCE). With deep expertise in rare earth materials precision magnetics, and manufacturing excellence, Permag delivers innovative, high-performance solutions for the world’s most demanding industries.

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Position:

We are seeking a skilled IT Security Engineer to identify, investigate, and mitigate potential security risks to protect our company’s information systems and computer networks.

IT Security Engineer responsibilities include implementing and maintaining security measures (including CMMC 2.0), providing incident response, conducting system audits, and log reviews and vulnerability mitigations.
Ideal candidates should be knowledgeable in areas such as firewall administration, encryption technologies, network protocols, Active Directory (both AD and ADD), and application security.

The objective of the IT Security Engineer is to safeguard our company’s computer networks and systems by planning and carrying out security measures to protect against malware, hacking, and identity theft, and ensure all systems are compliant to applicable regulations.

Primary duties and responsibilities include:
• Designing and implementing secure network solutions to defend against advanced cyber threats, supporting CMMC 2.0 implementation
• Reviewing and monitoring existing network systems to ensure they are functioning securely
• Testing systems for vulnerabilities and identifying potential security risks
• Providing input and insight on organization-wide best practices for IT security
• Investigating intrusion incidents, assisting with conducting forensic investigations, and mounting incident responses
• Performing routine audits of systems and software to ensure compliance with established security protocols
• Installing, troubleshooting and updating security software and hardware
• Collaborating with the IT team to maintain security configurations and disaster recovery plans
• Providing technical advice to colleagues and other staff within the company about security-related issues
• Staying up to date with the latest security systems, standards, authentication protocols, and products
• Documenting any security breaches and assessing their damage

Responsibilities
• Evaluate the company’s security needs and recommend security solutions to address opportunities.
• Implement and maintain security tools and software to protect sensitive information.
• Conduct regular system audits to detect potential vulnerabilities.
• Provide incident response and investigate security breaches.
• Develop strategies to handle security incidents and coordinate security measures with external contacts.
• Review logs and audit reports for potential network security incidents.
• Keep updated on the latest intelligence, including hackers’ methodologies, to anticipate security breaches.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and privacy laws.

Salary Range: $115,000-$122,000 plus bonus

Qualifications
• Proven work experience as an IT Security Engineer or similar role. [5-10] years of experience minimum.
• Experience designing secure network, systems and application architectures.
• Proficient in security technologies such as Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Experience in disaster recovery technologies, and methods.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance issues affecting IT Security.
• Professional certification such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) is a plus.
• Prior work in regulated industries such as defense or healthcare is a plus
• BSc degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or relevant experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Basic Life/AD&D (includes coverage for dependents 100% Company paid), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability (100% Company paid), Supplemental Life/AD&D, 401(k) with Company match, tuition assistance after 1 year, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.

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