Endpoint Security Engineer

An Endpoint Security Engineer is a security professional responsible for protecting an organization's computer systems and networks from cyber threats. He will play a critical role in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information. An Endpoint Security Engineer protects an organization's network and computer systems from cyber threats. They are responsible for implementing and maintaining endpoint security solutions that detect, prevent, and respond to security incidents.

Duties and responsibilities:

- Design, implement, and manage endpoint security solutions, including antivirus software, antispam, host-based firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

- Monitor network and endpoint security systems to detect and respond to security incidents.

- Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential security weaknesses.

- Ensure that endpoint security systems are configured and maintained in accordance with security best practices and industry standards.

- Collaborate with network and systems administrators to ensure that endpoint security solutions are integrated into the organization's overall security posture.

- Research and evaluate new security technologies and make recommendations for implementation.

- Develop and implement security policies and procedures for end-users, including guidelines for password management, email security, and the use of portable devices.

- Provide training and support to end-users on how to use endpoint security solutions effectively.

- Protects the End-Users from Phishing Email attacks, spoofing attacks and other Spam Emails by implementing Email authentication Protocols such as SPF, DKIM & DMARC.

- Understands the different cyber security frameworks of local regulatory authorities like SAMA, CMA & Tadawul. And ensures compliance with the regulator for Endpoint Security.

- Respond to security incidents and participate in incident response efforts as required.

- Stay up-to-date on the latest security trends and developments and maintain a high level of technical expertise in the field of endpoint security.

- Comprehends current cyber security threats such as spear-phishing campaigns, business email compromises, and back-door Trojan malware.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, information security or a related field.
• Experience: +2 years of work experience in network and endpoint security technologies.

Specialized knowledge:

He should be able to support Anti-Virus solutions like TrendMicro Apex One, ESET Smart Security

He should be able to implement and administer Cisco ISE NAC solution

He must work on Sandboxing security solution from TrendMicro

Experience of managing & administering Fortinet Firewalls & FortiManager integration

Preferred to have experience of working in WAF solutions (not mandatory)

• Professional Certification: CompTIA Security+, and TrendMicro certifications are preferred, CEH, CISSP