Cyber Security Engineer, Sr. (Container Hardening) (Remote | Top Secret)

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Job Overview

The Senior Cyber Security Engineer specializing in Container Hardening at Rackner will play a critical role in the establishment and enhancement of our container security posture. This position entails the implementation of security best practices, risk management assessments, and the deployment of security controls to safeguard containerized applications. The ideal candidate will utilize their extensive knowledge and skills in cybersecurity to develop innovative solutions that protect our infrastructure while ensuring compliance with security standards. This role is fully remote and requires a Top Secret security clearance.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement security controls for container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes and Docker.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards related to container technologies.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure security is integrated into the DevOps pipeline (DevSecOps).
• Provide security guidance and recommendations for containerized applications and infrastructure design.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts and incidents, responding swiftly to threats and vulnerabilities.
• Stay updated on emerging container security technologies and methodologies, recommending improvements as necessary.
• Conduct security workshops and training sessions for technical teams to promote security best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on container security.
• Strong familiarity with container orchestration technologies, particularly Kubernetes and Docker.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and security audits on container environments.
• Excellent knowledge of security protocols, standards, and compliance requirements (NIST, CIS Benchmark, etc.).
• Proficient in programming and scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Go.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Top Secret security clearance is required.

Technologies & Tools

The Senior Cyber Security Engineer will work with a variety of state-of-the-art technologies and tools, including but not limited to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), container orchestration services (Kubernetes, OpenShift), security scanning tools (Aqua Security, Twistlock), and logging/monitoring solutions (ELK Stack, Prometheus). Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible is also advantageous.

Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidates for this position will exhibit a proactive attitude towards identifying and mitigating security risks within container environments. They will possess strong communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, and demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. Candidates should also be detail-oriented and possess the ability to think critically and strategically about security challenges facing the organization.