Security Engineer (Requisition Number 1622) GMAC Insurance Company Enterprise Security Group Information Systems and Services Location: St. Louis, Winston-Salem or Atlanta Hours: Full-time
Duties and Responsibilities: The main duties/responsibilities for this position include: -Administers the GM data security program. This includes designing, developing, implementing and communicating related policies, plans and procedures. -Pursues continuous process improvement. Researches, designs, recommends, implements, upgrades and audits security measures and initiatives. -Monitors and evaluates end user security protocols to reduce all risks to company computer resources. Investigates security breaches and/or potential breaches. -Performs security vulnerability studies and resolutions in areas not limited to the creation of secure user accounts, virtual private networks, remote access systems, establishment of a secure multi-vendor environment, implementing firewalls, etc. -Designs, develops, implements and reviews corporate technical security architectures. This includes security configuration standards and specifications; encompassing mainframe and client-server environments, intranets, extranets, voice and data networks, routers, firewalls, DMZs, encryption and remote access solutions. -Assesses, recommends and implements data cryptography techniques. This may include astute inequalities, secure random numbers, key management, authentication, encryption, signed applets, code compilation and obscuring of bytecode, etc. -Designs policies, procedures and methodology to minimize destructive measures within our computing environment. This includes staying abreast of hacker exploits and tools. -Provides expertise in area of security incident response and investigation. Provides leadership in the computer forensics process, advanced network surveillance, securing of an incident scene, collecting/preserving evidence, and the presentation of evidence to senior management, human resources and/or law enforcement personnel. -Will effectively support and promote GMAC Insurance Core Values. -Will perform other duties as requested. Knowledge and Skills Qualifications required for this position include: -Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or a related field and/or equivalent business experience. -Security certifications, such as CISSP, GIAC, etc -Expert understanding of end user and mainframe host level with 75% of experience specializing in data security -Demonstrated knowledge of security issues in, and techniques for securing all of the following operating systems: MVS, Oracle, SQL, Unix and/or Windows NT -Demonstrated ability to understand, identify, document, resolve and post mortem security issues related to e-mail servers, ftp servers, web servers, network protocols, cryptographic protocols, intrusion detections and computer forensics. -Must demonstrate strong knowledge of security tools and requirements sufficient to implement, use and know the limitations of the approved security software tools. -Must have expert knowledge of CERT alerts, bugtraq, common vulnerabilities and exploit mechanisms to facilitate proactive and reactive responses. Also educates security personnel and management regarding current threats and risk management. -Must have expert understanding of network protocols, network designs and devices such as routers, switches, firewalls and network intrusion detection systems. -Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This includes the ability to provide clear explanations of problems and resolutions. -Must have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and timeliness in order to exceed customer service expectations. -Must demonstrate excellent problem solving skills. -Requires a high degree of initiative, mature judgment and dedication -Previous project management skills and the ability to multi-task are required. Qualifications desired include: -Masters degree is preferred -Excellent customer service skills -Demonstrated ability to train and provide guidance to other individuals within the organization -Effective leadership and motivation skills GMAC offers an excellent benefits package for full-time positions that includes immediate insurance coverage; competitive salaries; GM vehicle discount; 401(k) with employer match; and a business casual dress code. For immediate consideration, please send, fax or email your resume to: GMAC Insurance Personnel Lines Attn: Human Resources One GMAC Insurance Plaza Earth City, MO 63045 FAX (314) 493-8114 or Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:STLResume3@;GMACInsurance.com> -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note: The information contained in this message may be privileged and confidential and protected from disclosure. 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