Sony Corporation of America (SCA), is seeking a Security Engineer, to join the Global Security Incident Response Team (GSIRT) organization located in Herndon, VA. This position will report to the Senior Manager, Service Delivery, and be a core team member of the group responsible for the design, engineering, and deployment of cybersecurity architecture and tools across Sony globally.

Responsibilities:

Develop tactical level technical requirements, architectural designs, and procedures for the deployment of security tools and solutions within new or existing Sony operating company computing environments; to include but not limited to, tool selection, placement, integration with other tools, configuration, and testing
Configure security tools and solutions for deployment into Sony operating company computing environments
Troubleshoot security tools for hardware, configuration, and performance issues; troubleshoot and resolve communications issues; install agent software; configure applications and agents
Develop end-to-end programs and service offerings for new and existing security tools and technologies; to include but not limited to, alignment with reference architectures, configuration guides, tool applications, health status checks, management guides, and test plans
Provide logistical support for security tool deployments, including; develop and submit firewall policy change requests, prepare and submit import/export documentation, prepare equipment for shipment
Create and maintain technical documentation, develop processes and procedures for security tools and systems, and actively review current SOPs and documentation for areas of improvement
Assess tool capability, performance, and effectiveness
Ensure the soundness of an integrated security solution, identify gaps, and adjust reference architectures to local environments
Leverage APIs to enhance or improve security tool functionality, provide reports, or manage security tools
Stay informed of attack trends, zero-day vulnerabilities, methodologies, and risks within the cybersecurity realm

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years’ experience in Information Technology, cybersecurity or related field
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or related field or equivalent work experience
Experience with at least one of the following cybersecurity areas: cybersecurity architecture, host/endpoint technologies, network detection, incident response, or IT tool deployment
Ability to aggregate, analyze, and present data gathered from multiple sources
Experience with Linux
Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, and produce high quality written products
Experience working with Splunk or other database or data warehouse solutions to develop analytics preferred
Experience with one or more scripting or programming languages
Experience defining technical processes and document standard operating procedures
Experience developing or improving workflow and workflow management tools
Sound problem resolution, judgment, negotiating and decision-making skills
Strong work ethic and commitment to accomplish assigned tasks
Previous experience with incident response programs a plus
Previous experience deploying or managing IT solutions a plus
Able to work and attend meetings outside of typical business hours
Able to traverse data centers, climb ladders, kneel, and lift a variety of computing equipment and appliances weighing up to 70 pounds (32Kgs)
All candidates must be authorized to work in the USA