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Senior IT Information Security Engineer
Position Type : Full-Time, Direct Hire
Location : Metairie, LA
Overview
Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a Senior IT Information Security Engineer to join our client’s team in Metairie, LA . The Senior IT Information Security Engineer will ensure the availability, configuration, efficiency, and implementation of information security tools, systems, and services. This role works closely with the Security Operations Center (SOC) to identify and respond to potential threats targeting the enterprise. The position requires expertise across multiple domains, including security, networking, and cloud technologies, and the ability to manage complex security projects. Availability for occasional weekend, evening, and off-hours work is required.
Responsibilities
Security Engineering :
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the organization’s security strategies, including hardware, software, research, and product teams.
- Research, design, and implement architectural solutions to meet security requirements and standards.
- Develop and execute defense-in-depth strategies to protect critical IT assets and data.
- Leverage expertise in networking products and technologies, including routing protocols, Layer 2 / 3 switching, next-gen firewalls, IPS / IDS, VPNs, SIEM, IAM, encryption, VDI, and mobile security solutions.
- Work with stakeholders and customers to address security issues and mitigate threats.
- Promote and enhance security awareness across engineering teams and business units.
- Assess risks proactively and communicate concerns to engineering and operations teams.
- Collaborate with the Security Manager to develop and implement security policies, processes, and procedures.
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Qualifications
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Additional Information
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About Wheeler Staffing Partners
Wheeler Staffing Partners is a premier staffing agency dedicated to connecting talented professionals with exceptional organizations. We are committed to providing outstanding service to both our clients and candidates.
