Security Engineer (WAF) - Enterprise Security (Irving, TX or Ft. Myers, FL)

Gartner
74,000 USD - 113,000 USD
parental leave, 401(k), remote work
United States, Texas, Irving
6011 Connection Drive (Show on map)
Nov 18, 2024
Hiring near our US Centers of Excellence. Hybrid, flexible environment Irving, TX Gartner offers a hybrid, flexible environment, with remote work that allows associates great flexibility to work from home, and opportunities to connect with colleagues for moments that matter on-site. Candidates that apply should be located within a reasonable proximity to one of Gartner's Centers of Excellence office locations. About Gartner IT: Join a world-class team of skilled engineers who build creative digital solutions to support our colleagues and clients. We make a broad organizational impact by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that power Gartner. Gartner IT values its culture of nonstop innovation, an outcome-driven approach to success, and the notion that great ideas can come from anyone on the team. About this role Gartner seeks a Security Engineer to join our top-tier Enterprise Security Team. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining a robust security posture across Gartner's diverse technology landscape. Your expertise in security best practices, network security, data protection, and endpoint security will be essential in protecting Gartner's assets and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our information. What you will do Optimize security solutions that align with industry best practices and Gartner's specific needs. Design and implement security controls for cloud environments. Create, deploy, maintain and troubleshoot Web Application Firewalls (WAF) policies for new and existing web applications. Review vulnerabilities that impact web applications and develop WAF solutions. Stay abreast of the latest security technologies and trends to identify opportunities for enhancing Gartner's security controls. Review WAF usage and define means to improve and mature protection policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess security risks, identify vulnerabilities, and develop remediation plans. Understand web applications at a sufficient level to work with developers to implement protective controls that may need to be customized for specific applications. Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of security processes, procedures, and configurations. Must have Proven experience as a security engineer working on IT security projects in a dynamic environment. Strong understanding of security principles, common attack vectors, and mitigation strategies. Experience network security, data protection, and application security concepts. Experience with implementing security solutions across Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). A proactive and adaptable approach to problem-solving, with a focus on continuous improvement. Understanding of OWASP, CVSS, the MITRE ATT&CK framework and the software development lifecycle. Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics across business units to illustrate effectiveness with WAF controls. Nice to have 3-5 years' experience in managing and deploying web application firewalls, application security, or information security administration. Experience with cloud infrastructure (IaaS) in Azure or AWS is highly desirable. Cloud Industry certifications (AZ500, AWS CSS, CCSK, etc.) are a plus Strong scripting/development skills in languages like Python, PowerShell, etc. Who you are Bachelor's Degree (or Master's Degree) in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. Proven experience in implementing and managing security solutions in a corporate environment. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions. Self-motivated and driven to stay updated with the latest security trends, technologies, and best practices. Detail-oriented with a passion for maintaining a high level of accuracy in security assessments and documentation. Strong commitment to professionalism, ethics, and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and ever-changing security landscape. What you will get: Competitive Compensation Package Ongoing mentorship and apprenticeship; Leadership courses, development programs, technical courses, certification opportunities and more! 20+ PTO days plus holidays and floating holidays in your first year Extensive Medical, Dental and Vision plans Hybrid environment with flexibility, remote work Parental leave Gartner Gives Charity Match Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Stock Purchase Plan Health and wellness related allowance programs 401K with corporate match, immediate vesting Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities #LI-Hybrid #LI-DC3 Who are we? At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective insight, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we've grown to more than 20,000 associates globally who support ~15,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That's why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here. What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our sustained success creates limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We have a vast, virtually untapped market potential ahead of us, providing you with an exciting trajectory long into the future. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance. We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients. Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations. We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work. What do we offer? Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers. In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive - working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring. Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us. Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 74,000 USD - 113,000 USD. 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