Information Security Engineer (Full-Time, Remote)
Education - It's in Our DNA Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. (BNED) is a leading solutions provider for the education industry, driving affordability, access and achievement at hundreds of academic institutions nationwide and ensuring millions of students are equipped for success in the classroom and beyond. Through its family of brands, BNED offers campus retail services and academic solutions, a... digital direct-to-student learning ecosystem, wholesale capabilities and more. BNED is a company serving all who work to elevate their lives through education, supporting students, faculty and institutions as they make tomorrow a better, more inclusive and smarter world. Barnes & Noble Education is seeking an IT Security Engineer to join our dynamic team! The IT Security Engineer will proactively and reactively resolve security issues and vulnerabilities and maintain documentation to ensure compliance with PCI, SOX and other regulatory requirements. Within this role, the incumbent will not only maintain security systems and run vulnerability scans but will also verify and resolve any issues relating to the network infrastructure that is not in compliance with the company policy. If you have a strong attention to detail and a passion for cybersecurity, we want to hear from you! How You'll Make an Impact Manage corporate MDM system Administer and support URL filtering and SIEM environments Support the operations of the Vulnerability Management, Endpoint Protection, and Identity Management tools, as required Assess network compliance using scanning tools to verify Firewall rules, Router ACLs, and IP addressing Utilize port scanners and packet capture utilities to verify servers/applications are communicating according to documentation Perform security audits of new and existing systems to verify compliance with company policy Verify that the configuration of network equipment is compliant with company policies Evaluate software for performing Information Security tasks Troubleshoot various issues across multiple applications and platforms Actively participate and create test scenarios for proof of concepts of hardware and software being considered for implementation Provide recommendations to balance potential cyber risks and enable our business to achieve success Additional responsibilities as required What You'll Need to Succeed 3 years of experience in an Information Security Analyst or Administrator role Utilize port scanners and packet capture utilities to verify servers/applications are communicating according to documentation Familiarity with SIEM, URL Filtering, File Integrity Monitoring, CNAPP, Vulnerability Management, and Endpoint Protection Knowledge of technologies such as Active Directory, Linux (CentOS, SUSE, Ubuntu), Metasploit Pro, and Shell Scripting is a plus Must be able to take the initiative and work effectively independently and as a cross-functional team member Effective organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills How We Elevate Our Employees We believe your success is our success, so our benefits package is designed specifically to support you in every aspect of your life. At BNED, we offer a variety of programs and resources to support the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employees by offering a competitive total rewards package for full-time employees, which includes medical, dental, and vision plans, 401k match, life insurance, commuter benefits, paid time off with paid holidays, and a broad range of other benefits. The hiring rate for this position is $70000 / year. The actual pay may vary based on a number of factors, including professional experience, hiring location, skills, competencies, and may fall outside of the range shown. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion At Barnes & Noble Education we empower everyone. Our mission is to support students, faculty and schools, serving as a catalyst to meet the evolving needs of the education system and a new generation of students. That starts with fostering an environment for our employees where diversity and individuality is celebrated. Barnes & Noble Education is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. In the spirit of inclusivity, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, protected veteran status, race, religion or sexual orientation Apply Job!