Security Engineering Consultant

ABOUT KALLES GROUP:

Everyone deserves to be secure. Our mission at Kalles Group is to help secure the future for companies of all shapes and sizes.

While our expertise spans multiple disciplines, our method remains consistent: building trust and relationship with people -- whether you are a client, a consultant, or--in this case--a candidate.

No matter what role you come from--whether you're an executive or just starting your career-you can expect our highest level of attention and respect. We want to find the right fit for each role, but we also want you to find the right fit for your career.

We believe the best way to show you what our team is like is to treat you like you're already a part of it. We hope you'll consider joining our team of experienced professionals who are building their careers at Kalles Group—and having fun while doing it.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
As a Security Engineering Consultant

• Support security solutions through utilization of tools to monitor and maintain wide area networks (WANs), local area networks (LANs), Secure Web Gateway (SWG), virtual private networks (VPNs), routers, firewalls, and related security and network devices  
• Support secure email protocols, routing and configuration (e.g., DMARC, DKIM, SPF, DLP, SPAM filtering)  
• Supports tasks related to public key infrastructures (PKIs), including use of certification authorities (CAs) and digital signatures as well as hardware and software.   
• Upgrades security systems by monitoring vendor alerts and other security resources; identifies security gaps; evaluates and implements enhancements as part of change management.  
• Prepares system security metrics reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Maintains security by monitoring and ensuring compliance to standards, policies, and procedures; conducting incident response analyses; developing and conducting training programs.  
• Monitors networks and systems for security breaches and/or intrusions. Installs, monitors, and maintains solutions that helps to notify of intrusion events and other irregular system behavior.  
• Assess security requirements by evaluating business strategies and requirements; researching information security standards; conducting system security and vulnerability analyses and risk assessments; studying architecture/platform; identifying integration issues; preparing cost estimates. 

ABOUT YOU:

• Your values
  • Integrity: You believe in doing the right thing, even when it's uncomfortable, seemingly inefficient, or costly.
  • Purposefulness: You have a desire to serve others with your skillset and an openness to continuous learning and growth.
  • Ownership: You stick to your commitments, follow up with action, and seek clarity in communication & expectations.
    
    
• Your experience
  
  • 5+ years of security program manager or security engineering experience
  • Proven expertise in Network security– with specific experience with secure web gateway, firewalls
  • Experience managing Firewalls and intrusion detection and prevention,
  • Experience implementing and managing SIEM tools 
  • Expertise in network protocol troubleshooting and analysis  
  • Possess strong attention to detail
    
• We'd be especially excited to talk to you if you have:
  
  • Relevant professional security certifications (CCSA/CCSE, CompTIA Network+/Security+ CISSP etc.) 
  • Proactive, self-starter mentality. Ability to be efficient and effective with limited direction and provide continuous visibility into activities and results
  • Demonstrated understanding of key security concepts and standards such as ISO 17799 and 27001

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary with opportunities for additional incentives. We review compensation annually to make sure what we offer is fair and in line with the market.
• Medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical coverage.
• An education stipend of $2,000 annually to put towards your own growth and development.
• 401(k) and life insurance benefits
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off. PLUS 8 paid company holidays and 2 flexible holidays for anything you want to celebrate!
• Work/life balance – we know there’s more to life than work! We encourage our team to pursue other passions, get outside, and spend time with family. We work with clients and consultants to set expectations for a manageable workload.
• Opportunities to connect in person and remotely with a passionate, supportive team that loves a good pun or GIF.

LOCATION:

Kalles Group is steadily growing our talent pool across the USA! This role is remote (with limited or no travel) for applicants in the following states: California, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, and Washington. If you would like to request more information, please reach out to talent@kallesgroup.com.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please fill out the form below (including uploading your most recent resume) and we'll be in touch! We know imposter syndrome can be a barrier to many great applicants. We hope you'll still consider applying. That's why we've made the application process as short and simple as possible.

Even if you're not a fit for the role, you can expect to hear back from us! We want you to have the best experience as a candidate, so please feel free to share feedback at any stage of the process to talent@kallesgroup.com.

Kalles Group is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of creed, nationality, race, ethnicity, disability, gender, or other protected class.