Kforce has a client that is seeking an IT Security Engineer III in Mountain View, CA.Summary:The IT Security Engineer III will be responsible for developing effective computing solutions to increase the security of their company's systems and projects. They will be in charge of creating new ways to solve existing production security issues and must possess an advanced understanding of intrusion detection and prevention protocols. One of their main responsibilities is to handle technical problems dealing with applications and production equipment. These individuals possess exceptional incident-response skills, and a high understanding of computer forensics. They assess current workflows to determine possible future issues. They work with other engineers and professionals to deploy new strategies to contain and mitigate production problems. You must have strong communications skills and be able to work efficiently in a team setting. They should have strong knowledge of common computer languages and operating systems. You will also work on keeping logs and performing regular security checks to find new vulnerabilities.Duties Include:

　　IT Security Engineer III will develop automation scripts to handle and track incidents

　　Configure and set up firewalls and intrusion detection systems

　　Respond to network intrusions and be familiar with performing forensic investigation

　　Test new or upgraded hardware and software and implement new technologies

　　As an IT Security Engineer III, you will create test plans which will allow for a proper evaluation of security issues for new hardware and software

　　Identify security solutions and implement a multi-layered defense to protect the networks

　　Expertise in Netskope, Digital Guardian, CyberARK, & Crowdstrike

　　Experience with Python

　　Experience with JSON

　　Experience with Jira

　　Experience with GitHub

　　The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

　　We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

　　Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

　　This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

　　Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

　　Compensation Type:HoursMinimum Compensation:59.06Maximum Compensation:69.06