Security Engineer I

Akumin is a company focused on securing its IT infrastructure, networks, and systems. The Security Engineer I plays a vital role in ensuring the organization’s security posture aligns with best practices and regulatory requirements, leading security operations including incident response and vulnerability management.

Responsibilities:

• Establish monitoring and detection mechanisms to identify potential threats, and lead or assist in responding to incidents
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and remediation of security weaknesses
• Automate tasks where possible, using scripting and configuration management tools
• Architect and implement security controls, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies
• Review of applications and systems to ensure industry best practices and security hardening

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in IT Security, Computer Science
• A valid and active certification in Information Security or Cybersecurity
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity or a related field, including areas like network security, cloud security, and threat intelligence
• Innovative Mindset: Always looking for new tools, techniques, and strategies to improve the organization's security posture
• Communication: Strong ability to convey technical security issues to non-technical audiences, including management and other stakeholders
• Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to solving complex security challenges
• Collaboration: Ability to work well with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, IT, and development teams, to integrate security into all layers of the organization's infrastructure
• Security Tools and Technologies: Proficiency with firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, SIEM, encryption, VPNs, and multi-factor authentication (MFA)
• Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Management: Strong knowledge of vulnerability scanning tools and penetration testing techniques, with the ability to find and exploit weaknesses in an organization's security infrastructure
• Network Security: In-depth understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, SSL/TLS) and how to secure them
• Cloud Security: Expertise in securing cloud infrastructures, particularly AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including IAM, encryption, and security monitoring tools
• SIEM and Logging: Experience with configuring and maintaining SIEM platforms and analyzing logs for unusual activities
• 20% Travel may be required
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• AWS, GCP, or Azure Cloud Security Engineer Certification
• Or other relevant cybersecurity certifications
• DevSecOps: Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and automating security controls in software development
• Zero Trust Architecture: Understanding of Zero Trust security models and their application in modern IT environments
• Identity and Access Management (IAM): Expertise in managing user identities and permissions, especially in cloud or hybrid environments
• Threat Intelligence: Ability to analyze and apply threat intelligence to enhance the organization's defense mechanisms