Security Engineer, Data Protection - Associate

iCapital is a company focused on enhancing enterprise security posture, and they are seeking a motivated Associate Systems Engineer with a strong focus on security technologies. This role involves implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting key security infrastructure components to prevent unauthorized data exfiltration and ensure secure remote access for users.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of DLP solutions to prevent unauthorized data exfiltration across endpoints, email, and cloud platforms
• Support email security tools (e.g., Proofpoint, Mimecast, Microsoft Defender) to ensure protection against phishing, spam, and malware
• Monitor and manage firewall policies and rule sets across perimeter and internal firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA)
• Maintain and troubleshoot VPN infrastructure (e.g., Cisco AnyConnect, GlobalProtect, OpenVPN) to ensure secure remote access for users
• Collaborate on the integration and tuning of CASB solutions (e.g., Netskope, McAfee MVISION, Palo Alto, Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps) to enforce cloud security policies
• Participate in incident response and troubleshooting efforts related to security infrastructure
• Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps for knowledge sharing and compliance
• Stay current with emerging security threats and technologies relevant to the role

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in systems engineering or IT security support
• Familiarity with DLP platforms (e.g., Symantec, Forcepoint, Microsoft Purview)
• Working knowledge of email security tools and protocols (SMTP, SPF, DKIM, DMARC)
• Basic understanding of firewall technologies, NAT, ACLs, and packet inspection
• Experience supporting VPN solutions and remote access technologies
• Exposure to CASB platforms and cloud security concepts
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA Security, or Fortinet NSE
• Experience with SIEM tools and log analysis
• Experience with Information Classification tools like Microsoft IRM, Purview etc
• Familiarity with scripting (PowerShell, Python) for automation and reporting
• Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade security tools and technologies

Benefits

• Equity for all full-time employees
• Annual performance bonus
• Employer matched retirement plan
• Generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer paid dental
• Vision
• Telemedicine
• Virtual mental health counseling
• Parental leave
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)

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