Job Description
Job Description
POSITION TITLE:
Cisco Stealthwatch Engineer /Architect (IT Security)
LOCATION:
Phoenix AZ (preference for local candidates, however, open to candidates from surrounding eligible states who can travel to Arizona as needed)
DURATION:
6 months, with a possibility of extension
SALARY:
Based on Experience
Company:
Our client,
is a leading international mining company with headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. They operate large, long-lived, geographically diverse assets with significant proven and probable reserves of copper, gold, and molybdenum. The company has a dynamic portfolio of operating, expansion and growth projects in the copper industry. They are one of the worlds largest publicly traded copper producers, the worlds largest producer of molybdenum and a significant gold producer. They have a long and successful history of conducting their business in a safe, highly efficient and socially responsible manner.
Job Summary:
Client is seeking a skilled Cisco Stealthwatch Engineer or Architect to join our IT security team. This role involves hands-on management and optimization of Stealthwatch systems to enhance network security and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will be pivotal in driving the implementation of the Stealthwatch solution, ensuring seamless integration and operation across the organization.
Responsibilities:
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Drive the complete implementation of Cisco Stealthwatch solutions within the network infrastructure.
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Tune Stealthwatch configurations to adhere to industry best practices and specific operational requirements.
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Configure data flows to managed Security Operations Center (SOC) to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.
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Conduct daily knowledge transfer sessions with client team members to foster a deeper understanding of Stealthwatch operations.
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Oversee day-to-day operations and lay the groundwork for the eventual global rollout of the Stealthwatch system.
Key Use Cases to be Managed:
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High fidelity alerting for network security threats including data exfiltration, data hoarding, command and control (C&C) communications, reconnaissance activities, malware attacks, and general network traffic monitoring.
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Work towards reducing Mean Time to Know (MTTK) for security incidents through proactive monitoring and alerting strategies.
Qualifications:
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Proven experience in implementing, configuring, and managing Cisco Stealthwatch or similar network monitoring tools.
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Strong understanding of network security best practices and SOC operations.
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Ability to effectively transfer knowledge and train team members on Stealthwatch use and best practices.
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Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
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Willingness to travel to Arizona for project needs if residing out of state.
Why You Should Apply:
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Opportunity to lead the deployment of a critical security infrastructure component across multiple sites, with the potential to significantly expand your role/hours following successful initial implementation.
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Join a project that could position you for additional prestigious contracted assignments with WWT, Freeport McMoRan, and Cisco, enhancing your professional growth and visibility in the industry.
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Unique chance to contribute to displacing established competitors like Accenture by providing specialized, in-demand expertise in Cisco Stealthwatch technologies.
This position offers a competitive rate and a dynamic work environment with significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development in the field of network security.
Title : Cisco Stealthwatch Engineer or Architect
Duration : 6-months
Ideal Start date : 04/29/24 (going to be pushing it with this start date but in a pinch because WWT does not have resource on staff and strategic resourcing was late to the table to get engaged)
Local or remote : Prefer local but open to resources from surrounding eligible states if resources are available to travel to AZ as needed.
Payrate :
$110hr max (C2C or 1099)
$97.67hr max (W2)
Interview process:
(2) rounds (ASAP)
30-min screen with WWT Cisco CSE's
30-45 min interview with
manager
Reason a candidate would want this job:
Customer is in the process of rolling additional sites. If this initial roll out is successful it will lead to the roll out of 20 additional sites that this resource will be responsible to help launch. (extension and hours per week would be more than likely)
Additionally, this type of role is highly coveted so a successful stint here can lead to additional:
? Cisco SW work (partnership)
? We are displacing Accenture since they do not have this resource on their bench
Questions: Please get the following questions:
Top skills that candidates must be able to speak to previous experience in
How many years of experience driving implementation to completion?
How many years' experience tune to best practices?
How many years' experience configuring flows to managed SOC?
Will have to have day to day knowledge transfer with Freeport. Please talk about how you have done something similar in the past.
Talk about your experience in Day 2 operations and preparation for global rollout?
High Fidelity Alerting
Do you have hands-on keyboard experience?
As you will be responsible for the following...
How many years' experience in Detecting Data Exfiltration Use Cases?
How many years' experience in Detecting C&C Communications Use Cases?
How many years' experience in Detecting Recon Activity Use Cases?
How many years' experience in Detecting Malware Attacks Use Cases?
How many years' experience in Monitoring Network Traffic Use Cases?
How many years' experience in Reducing MTTK Use Cases?
How many years' experience in Detecting Data Hoarding Use Cases?
General
What is the reason you are looking for opportunities at this time?
Do you have any offer or expecting any offers?
How soon can you start working the date of excepting an offer?
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