Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer - Endpoint Security

Symmetrio is actively recruiting a Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer for our customer, an international food services and facilities company. As a Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer, you will be responsible for managing endpoint protection primarily using CrowdStrike (Next-Gen Antivirus (NGAV), EDR, XDR, SIEM). Your role will include handling firewall exceptions, assisting with device management, incident response, and collaborating with the InfoSec team on device scanning and mitigation efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of CrowdStrike solutions, possess excellent communication skills, be adept at managing devices, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including IT, Cyber/Security Operation Center (SOC), and other business units. This is a remote contract position.

We are considering both 1099 and W2 candidates.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of the CrowdStrike suite to enhance security coverage.
• Handle firewall exceptions securely by conducting a thorough analysis of request.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective incident response (IR), minimize impact, and restore normal operations. Work closely with device management teams to ensure adherence to established security policies and standards.
• Work with the security team to ensure timely identification and remediation of security risks identified via the vulnerability management program
• Work closely with IT teams to ensure timely deployment of security patches across devices.
• Conduct user training and awareness programs to ensure the effective use of CrowdStrike and promote a strong cybersecurity culture within the organization.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest CrowdStrike features, industry trends, and best practices, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement of the organization's cybersecurity posture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Possess a minimum of 5 years of expertise in cybersecurity, demonstrating a strong track record of securing and managing endpoints across organizations.
• Must have extensive experience and understanding of security Office365 environments (SharePoint, Teams, Intune. Azure, Active Directory (AD))
• Familiarity with various vulnerability management platforms, such as Qualys, Nessus, Rapid7, etc.
• Strong knowledge of CrowdStrike's capabilities, architecture, and best practices.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CrowdStrike Certified Falcon Administrator (CCFA), CrowdStrike Certified Falcon Responder (CCFR), CrowdStrike Certified Falcon Hunter (CCFH), or similar cybersecurity certification is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting large enterprise environments, both cloud and on-prem 
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think critically and make sound decisions under pressure.