Security Platform Engineer

County of Galveston

Galveston, Texas, US
Base: $90,800.00; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Configure enterprise security platforms
Tune detection policies and controls
Perform advanced incident analysis
The Security Platform Engineer serves as the County's senior technical cybersecurity specialist responsible for configuring and optimizing enterprise security platforms

Job Summary

  • The Security Platform Engineer serves as the County's senior technical cybersecurity specialist responsible for configuring and optimizing enterprise security platforms.
  • This position requires participation in an on-call rotation to provide escalated technical response during security events 365/24/7.
  • Employees enjoy comprehensive health benefits with $0 premium options, generous retirement matching through TCDRS, and paid term life insurance.

Matching Summary

The Security Platform Engineer serves as the County's senior technical cybersecurity specialist responsible for configuring and optimizing enterprise security platforms.

Salary

Base: $90,800.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Flexible health plans, 200% county match on retirement, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Configure enterprise security platforms
  • Tune detection policies and controls
  • Perform advanced incident analysis
  • Manage vulnerability scanning processes
  • Maintain SIEM integration

Nice-to-have

  • Scripting or automation experience
  • Penetration testing support
  • Cisco security certifications preferred
  • Strong documentation skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or related field
  • Four years of progressive cybersecurity experience
  • Valid Texas Driver's License required
  • CJIS compliance eligibility required

Work Rights

Requires valid Texas Driver's License and CJIS compliance eligibility

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