The Planet Group has partnered with an East Los Angeles company to locate an IT security Engineer for a contract role. 

The IT Security Engineer is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and implementing technical security controls to prevent, detect, contain, and respond to information security threats which includes supporting the technology efforts of Altura. This person is required to analyze threats using a variety of security technologies including SIEM, email filtering, phishing detection, web filtering, firewalls, intrusion prevention, data loss prevention, and data encryption. Will work closely with Altura's MSSP. Reviews and guides security configuration of Servers, Firewalls, VPN, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Routers, and Switches. Required to lead projects and project teams within and outside the IT Infrastructure department. Must maintain an in-depth understanding of current and emerging security threats, recommending upgrades to the organization's technical infrastructure to protect against such threats. This individual also assists in the development and maintenance of information security strategy and will be required to provide support across other technology and business units, ensuring the implementation and operation of the appropriate security controls across the organization are aligned with Information Security policies and standards.

• Good analytical skill set to decipher business needs and recommend solutions.
• Must have the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Good problem-solving abilities.
• Detailed-oriented and able to follow up and follow through on project actions and tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to address IT risk by coming up with the appropriate security controls to mitigate the risk to the business.
• Good communication and organization skills, both written and verbal
• Superior customer focus and the ability to manage customer expectations.
• Demonstrated commitment to and leadership of continuous process improvement.