Principal Engineer (Remote)

Resp & Qualifications

PURRPOSE:
Develops and implements security solutions.  Administers security technology systems by architecting and engineering/developing trusted systems into secure systems. Assists in the development of implementation and deployment plans that are aligned to the organizational strategic plan objectives and security requirements. Advises management in developing cybersecurity policies, processes, and procedures. 


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Leads all activities in the day-to-day support of the security solutions.

• Oversees engineering support and system administration of specialized cybersecurity applications.

• Develops information systems security action plans, evaluates information security products, and performs other activities necessary to secure the organization's network.

• Identifies potential conflicts with the implementation of any cybersecurity tools.

• Reviews and analyzes appropriate solution system logs for performance and functional anomalies.

• Collaborates with architects and project managers to provide security requirements.

• Answers advanced questions about the installation, operation, configuration, and customization of cybersecurity solutions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Position does not have direct reports but is expected to assist in guiding and mentoring less experienced staff. May lead a team of matrixed resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Licenses/Certifications Upon Hire Required:
CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional OR CISM - Certified Information Security Manager OR Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) OR CompTIA Network+ Certification OR CompTIA Security+ Certification OR CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Technician.

Experience: 8 years relevant IT security experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to perform risk assessments and investigate cyber security incidents. 
• Ability to interact with a broad cross-section of personnel to explain and enforce security measures.
• Ability to understand vulnerabilities at a technical level.
• Knowledge of hardware and software, networks, data centers, systems and cyber security related issues. 
• Proficient in ethical hacking techniques.
• Strong critical thinking ability and investigative/problem solving skills.
• Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.

Department

Department: InfoSec - Operations

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer.  It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Hire Range Disclaimer

Actual salary will be based on relevant job experience and work history.

Where To Apply

Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers

Federal Disc/Physical Demand

Note:  The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position.  Occasional walking or standing is required.  The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects.  The associate must frequently talk and hear.  Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

Sponsorship in US

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship

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