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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce's client is looking for a Cyber Security Engineer in Houston, TX. The Cyber Security Engineer is responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures to protect the organization's systems and data. This role focuses on identifying vulnerabilities, managing risks, configuring security tools, and supporting incident response efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce's client is looking for a Cyber Security Engineer in Houston, TX. The Cyber Security Engineer is responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures to protect the organization's systems and data. This role focuses on identifying vulnerabilities, managing risks, configuring security tools, and supporting incident response efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identity and Access Management (IAM): Support IAM initiatives with expertise in Azure SSO and Okta
- Vulnerability Management: Identify, track, and prioritize security risks
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to ensure timely resolution
- Maintain and configure security tools such as IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and SIEM systems
- Support incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and reporting of security incidents
- Assist in developing, implementing, and enforcing security policies and procedures
- Perform routine audits to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements
- Research and stay informed about current cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices
- Document and maintain records of security incidents, configurations, and system changes
- Provide technical guidance to IT staff on security-related issues
- Apply best practices for network, endpoint, cloud, and application security
- Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent work experience
- Certifications such as Security , CEH, or CySA preferred but not required
- 2-5 years of experience in cyber security or related roles
- Strong knowledge of security tools, technologies, and best practices
- Solid understanding of networking, operating systems, and cloud security concepts
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate technical concepts effectively
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.