Consulting Director - Security Engineer Systems and Endpoint

CNA · Chicago, IL

Company

CNA

Location

Chicago, IL

Type

Full Time

Job Description

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
CNA seeks to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.
For a detailed look at CNA's benefits, check out our Candidate's Guide .
Senior level individual leading the platform security efforts for system and endpoint security solutions. Will focus on driving organization-wide security strategy keeping pace with the adoption of modern servers and endpoint security strategy.
Responsible for analyzing, designing, and developing security control automation and strategic enhancements within the services owned. The Consulting Director - Security Engineer Systems is both highly technical and a skilled relationship builder.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:

  • Lead and supervise 3rd party managed service providers and contractors responsible for operating, implementing, and maintaining security controls within the collaboration and endpoint environment.
  • Expert knowledge of implementation, enhancement and operationalization of security solutions for endpoint protection
  • Develop, maintain and track solutions to accommodate security requirements to prevent threats and reduce risk using a combination of technologies (including EDR, PAM solutions, GPOs and various other hardening techniques)
  • Responsible for the testing, evaluation, implementation and support of additional features and functionality within all managed toolsets.
  • Implement and test security enhancements for endpoints
  • Analyze security log data and identify optimization opportunities for efficiency improvements
  • Collaborate with other technology team members to resolve tickets quickly and thoroughly with a focus on adding value wherever possible as well as to identify and implement process improvements.
  • Collaborate closely with Security Operations team to work on critical and high issues when identified
  • Knowledge of Microsoft endpoint security, device management, and able to develop security strategy for those areas.
  • Knowledge of Unix/Linux endpoint security, device management, and able to develop security strategy for those areas.
  • Proven experience securing coexistent legacy environments and modern environments


Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
(Excellent; Proven; In-depth; Expert Knowledge; Senior-level knowledge, Senior-level technical knowledge.

  • Ability to multi-task, troubleshoot and adapt to changing environment
  • In-Depth knowledge of server concepts and implementation of best practices
  • Configuration and installation of hardware and software solutions for securing our on premise server environment
  • Security Updates Distribution adhering to Change and Release management Processes
  • Process improvements through implementation of new technology and innovative solutions
  • Self-sufficient, self-starting and able to work in fast-paced environment
  • Proven track record of multi-tasking and delivering excellent customer support with strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees within scope of responsibility)


Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree with Master's preferred in a related discipline, or equivalent
  • Typically a minimum of ten years of related work experience.


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Date Posted

11/18/2023

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