Associate Information Security Engineer

Associate Information Security Engineer
American Public Education, Inc.

The Associate Information Security Engineer works closely with the IT Service Management Team and Information Security Team to help develop and maintain APEI’s Information Security Program. The incumbent will use their knowledge and experience to build, use and maintain Information Security systems and tools to strengthen the organization’s security posture and protect its users, data and information systems. This role will also work with other departments to help educate and train them on security policies and practices.

Responsibilities: 

• Helps, implement, assess, and deploy security solutions and products.
• Supports all Information Security cloud and on-premises systems and tools, troubleshooting and resolution of issues.
• Supports SIEM implementation and operations, including log ingestion, alert creation and analysis, system tuning, and monitoring.
• Monitor security systems and analyze potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Assists with incident response and root cause analysis activities.
• Works with other teams to assist in resolution of security issues and vulnerabilities with systems/processes they control by providing guidance for securing information systems and validating remediation efforts.
• Acts as primary escalation point for questions and concerns regarding any information security related topics from users.
• Assists with implementation of new Information Security controls, policies, and procedures.
• Assists with maintenance of secure baseline configurations.
• Updates Information Security Program documentation and policies as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required:

• 1-3 years of experience in Information Security or related roles.
• Background with Windows operating system platforms.
• Technical knowledge of networking systems, protocols, and standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of various types of security attacks, techniques, threats, and adversaries.
• Incident handling/incident response/security analytics skills.
• Understanding of security concepts, design, and their implementation.
• Ability to work easily with diverse and dynamic teams.
• Self-motivated, able to follow instructions and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to the demands of a fluid and changing environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Desire, willingness and ability to learn new skills.
• Associate degree in computer science or equivalent experience preferred but not required 

Certifications:

• Security+, CySA+, CEH, GSEC, SSCP, GCIH preferred but not required 

About Us:

Online, on campus and in the workplace, we provide higher education and training to our country’s heroes – military service members, veterans, nurses, government employees, and motivated professionals that want to make a difference. American Public Education, Inc. educates service-minded students, ranging from the military, public service, federal agencies, and nursing communities, through American Public University System (APUS), Hondros College of Nursing (HCON), Rasmussen University and Graduate School USA (GSUSA).

It is the policy of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons.  We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. American Public Education, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

CA, CO, DC, HI, MD, WA, NY Pay Transparency Statement

If you are a resident of California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Maryland, Washington or New York and this role is available remotely, you may be eligible to receive additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role, which we will provide upon request.  Please send an email to recruiting@apei.com