Email Security Engineer , Downey, CA -100% Remote

Company: Pyramid Technology Solutions, Inc
Location: Downey
Posted on: April 10, 2025

Job Description:

Job Role: Email Security Engineer

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Location: Downey, CA - Remote

Duration: 12 Months Contract



Is this role located on-site, hybrid, or remote?: Remote



Position Description:

A Security Engineer serves as the security engineer of complex technology implementations in a product-centric environment; is comfortable with bridging the gap between legacy development or operations teams and working toward a shared culture and vision; works to ensure developers create the most secure systems while enhancing the privacy of all system users; and has experience with white-hat hacking and fundamental computer science concepts. The Security Engineer will perform security audits, risk analysis, application-level vulnerability testing, and security code reviews; develop and implement technical solutions to help mitigate security vulnerabilities; and conduct research to identify new attack vectors.



Skills Required:

Security Engineers will possess knowledge and experience in safeguarding sensitive data from cyber-attacks.



Skills Preferred:

Managing and configuring Cisco Cloud Email Security Gateway and Proofpoint Email Protection Gateway along with products Proofpoint Targeted Attack Protection (TAP), Very Attacked Person (VAP) and Secure Email Relay (SER). Developing and implementing technical solutions to help mitigate security vulnerabilities. Domain Name Service (DNS), MX, A, TXT, PTR records and Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMPT). SPF, DKIM, DMARC standards to enhance email security and delivery. Understanding email blacklisting and reputation rating work, reading and interpreting email headers. Managing advanced phishing environment and investigation. In-depth understanding of SMTP, DMARC, DKIM, and SPF to ensure the integrity and security of email communications. Proficiency in configuring and managing rules, policies, and features within various Secure Email Gateway (SEG) solutions. Ability to identify, analyze, and mitigate threats specific to email systems, including phishing, malware, and spam attacks. Skilled in leading incident response related to email threats, including forensics and mitigation strategies. Understanding of compliance requirements related to email security, such as HIPAA. Ability to identify configuration and security anomalies and work effectively with technology vendors to resolve issues and update systems while adhering to change control policies. Advanced troubleshooting skills to quickly resolve complex issues within the email security infrastructure. Demonstration of leadership amongst a team of security professionals, fostering a collaborative and proactive security environment.



Experience Required:

This classification must have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience with developing and implementing technical solutions to help mitigate security vulnerabilities.



Experience Preferred:

Minimum of three (3) years experience working in an environment with Cyber Security Tools and Technologies, IDS/IPS/2FA/MFA, SIEM, DLP, Log Correlation, SOCaaS, Incident Response, Retroactive Malware Analysis and RAW Logs, Cleanup and Restoration, Risk & Vulnerability Management.
Minimum of three (3) years of working experience and understanding of Security Solutions such as Cisco Cloud Email Security (CES) Gateway and Proofpoint Email Protection Gateway, Advanced Phishing Solutions: Abnormal, Cisco CMD, Dark Trace, Microsoft O365, Azure AD, Security, Compliance, Exchange Online, Monitoring with PRTG.
Minimum of three (3) years working experience integrating cloud-based email services with on-premise SEG solutions, ensuring a seamless security posture across platforms.
Minimum of three (3) years working experience in monitoring and optimizing the performance of email security systems to handle large volumes of email traffic efficiently.
Minimum of three (3) years working experience in planning and executing the migration of email security systems from one platform to another with minimal downtime.
Minimum of three (3) years working experience with Proofpoint Email Protection Gateway, Cloud Email Security (CES), email blacklisting and reputation rating work.



Education Required:

This classification requires the possession of a bachelor's degree in an IT-related or Engineering field. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.

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