About Company
Propel your cybersecurity career with Career.zycto, a forward-thinking firm committed to pioneering robust digital defenses. We foster an environment where innovation thrives, and expert contributions are highly valued. Our mission is to safeguard critical infrastructure and sensitive data against evolving cyber threats, making us an ideal home for a dedicated Cybersecurity Engineer. You’ll join a collaborative team, empowered with cutting-edge tools and a culture that prioritizes continuous learning and professional growth. Here, your expertise directly shapes our success and the security landscape.
Job Description
Join Career.zycto as a Cybersecurity Engineer and become a pivotal force in protecting our digital assets and infrastructure. In this critical full-time role based in Auburn, Alabama, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures that defend against a rapidly evolving threat landscape. We are seeking a proactive and skilled professional who possesses a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, best practices, and emerging technologies. You will work within a dynamic team, collaborating closely with IT operations, development, and business units to embed security into every layer of our organization. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise across a diverse range of security domains, from incident response and vulnerability management to security architecture and compliance. If you are passionate about staying ahead of cyber adversaries, committed to continuous improvement, and eager to contribute to a secure future, we invite you to apply. Career.zycto is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence, where your analytical skills and innovative solutions will be crucial to our collective success. We believe in empowering our engineers with the resources and autonomy needed to tackle complex challenges, ensuring both personal and professional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain security systems, tools, and processes to protect networks, systems, and data.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits to identify and mitigate risks.
- Develop and execute incident response plans, including detection, analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery.
- Monitor security systems for anomalies and respond to security incidents and alerts in a timely manner.
- Evaluate new security technologies and make recommendations for their integration into our existing infrastructure.
- Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and internal policies.
- Collaborate with development teams to implement security-by-design principles in software development lifecycles (SDLC).
- Provide expert guidance and training to staff on security best practices and emerging threats.
- Administer security controls, such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, antivirus, and data loss prevention (DLP) solutions.
- Participate in risk assessments and provide input on security architecture and strategic planning.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in networking protocols and concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN).
- Strong understanding of operating system security (Windows Server, Linux).
- Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack, QRadar).
- Hands-on experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security appliances.
- Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation.
- Familiarity with cloud security principles and platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Demonstrated ability to perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Solid understanding of cryptographic principles and data encryption technologies.
- Experience with incident response methodologies and tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CEH, OSCP).
- Experience with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or PCI DSS.
- Prior experience in a security operations center (SOC) or similar environment.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and tools.
- Experience managing security in virtualized environments.
Perks & Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
- Opportunities for professional development, training, and certification reimbursement.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
- Access to cutting-edge security tools and technologies.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
How to Apply
To seize this exciting opportunity to advance your career as a Cybersecurity Engineer at Career.zycto, please click on the application link below. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications and learning how you can contribute to our team.
