IT Security Senior Engineer

We are a Firm where people truly believe in what they do and strive to achieve the highest standards of performance and success. This position is based in the Firm's global operations center in Tampa, FL. General Description: We are seeking an IT Senior Security Engineer to join our team. The IT Senior Security Engineer will assist the IT Security Engineering Manager in defining, designing, and implementing security solutions across the Firm’s infrastructure. This position will work in conjunction with other IT teams to enhance system security and protect Firm data and technical assets. Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: Lead the research, analysis, design, testing, implementation, and operations of enterprise security engineering solutions to meet Firm requirements. Participate in the evaluation, development, implementation, and communication of security standards, procedures, and guidelines for multiple platforms and diverse systems environments. Evaluation of new and existing security technologies. Provide technical expertise and support to clients, IT management, and staff in the implementation of security/protection technologies in relation to network, systems, and applications. Function as a security expert resource (SME) to management and staff in all phases of the development and implementation of projects. May lead projects and provide guidance/training to less experienced staff. Provide technical assistance in the validation and evaluation of security alerts or incidents. Performs issue and problem resolution and general security operations support. Assists with security-related investigations and incident response activities and provides system forensics and investigative services. Provide periodic “on call” support of security operations during non-business hours. Review change requests from a security perspective, understand and determine associated risk levels and make recommendations for approval or denial based on the risk presented. Ability to understand, prioritize and complete tasks by working independently or in a team. Assist in the growth and development of the incident response team to act quickly and accurately during emergency situations. Participate in the development and delivery of an information security awareness program. Approaches all problems, projects, and incidents with a prominent level of professionalism, objectivity and an open mind to innovative ideas and solutions. Analyzes and identifies areas where automation can be used in the deployment of modern technology to support effective resource management. Maintain knowledge of vendor products, services and security technologies and recommend/implement their use. Expected to maintain a regular and predictable work schedule and full attention to and engagement in work activities on behalf of the firm during business hours unless otherwise approved or required by applicable law. Special projects and duties as assigned. Required Skills: Effective co