Principal Cyber Security Engineer

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A Principal Cyber Security Engineer is a seasoned, hands‑on role responsible for monitoring an organization's networks, systems, applications, external industrial events, and trends for security threats. This role involves analyzing and developing tools in python for security data, identifying vulnerabilities, and responding to security incidents. Cyber Security Analysts work closely with other security professionals to maintain the organization's security posture.

Principal Cyber Security Engineer Has The Following Responsibilities

Monitor networks, systems, and applications for security threats

Develop security tools programming in python to protect applications against security threats

Perform Threat Hunting using industry and A10 specific datasets to identify threats to the company and our customers

Incident Response for threats against the company and our customers

Monitor industry trends in various areas of cybersecurity

Provide cybersecurity direction through insightful writeups and presentations

Conduct periodic penetration tests and vulnerability assessments

Principal Cyber Security Engineer Requires The Following Skills

Master’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, or a related field with 5+ years in Cyber Security with 10+ years overall experience

1+ years python programming experience

Knowledge of security principles and best practices

Understanding of Threat Hunting methods

Basic ELK stack expertise

Operational familiarity with an array of host, application, cloud and network cybersecurity technologies

Threat Intelligence and other Open source intelligence

Basic binary reverse engineering using tools like Ghidra or IDA

IP networking troubleshooting and design

Knowledge of programming languages such as Python and Go

Operational understanding of penetration testing tools

Proven track record of identifying and remediating cybersecurity threats

Analytical and problem‑solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Principal Cyber Security Analyst may use the following tools and software

Security information and event management (SIEM) systems

Intrusion detection / prevention systems (IDS / IPS)

Firewalls and other Network security appliances

Vulnerability scanners and penetration testing tools

Malware analysis tools

Forensic tools

Programming languages, such as Python and Go

Preferred Certifications

CompTIA Security+, CEH, or GIAC

A10 Networks is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal subcontractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. A10 also complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Compensation : up to $220K USD

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Software Development

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