Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP, a global Am Law 50 firm, is seeking a highly qualified Systems Security Engineer to support the Firm during the night shift.

This position can be based in any of the following U.S. offices: Downtown Los Angeles, Century City, Orange County, San Diego, Del Mar, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Houston, Dallas, or Washington DC. There is only one opening.

This position will accommodate the schedule of 7:00 PM to 3:30 AM (Pacific Time).

This position has a remote/hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation to be in the office on an as needed basis.

The Systems Security Engineer – Night Shift will support the office of the Chief Security Officer (CSO) to provide the highest quality of information security and data protection solutions to the Firm. The Systems Security Engineer helps develop and implement data access security safeguards and protective measures to ensure client data protection. This position reports directly to the Security Operations Manager.

An ideal candidate will have a strong background in information and network security, automation, scripting and incident response. Strong communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, and a collaborative mindset are required.

Responsibilities

Assists the information security team in monitoring networked systems including local area network, wide area network, firewall, endpoint detection & response, security incident event management system, behavioral analytics system, email gateway, and data loss prevention system
Investigates suspicious or anomalous activity within premise, cloud environments and SaaS technologies. Reports findings to Security Operations Manager for direction or resolution
Monitors and audits the information system security tools to isolate and identify suspicious or unauthorized access; prepares reports and/or memoranda recommending corrective action.
Investigates security-related events to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems.
Performs analysis of data-security systems to ensure management is informed of system utilization patterns .
Audits, tests, and assesses locally developed software fixes and vendor-supplied patches to improve system performance and efficiency.
Scripts basic automation in Python or PowerShell.
Creates static and correlation rules in security information event management system
Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scanning to identify potential weaknesses in the firm's systems, networks, and applications .
Stay up to date with the latest threats, trends, and technologies, and provide recommendations to improve the company's security stance.
Assist in the development and maintenance of incident response plans and business continuity strategy .
Collaborate with IT staff to integrate security measures into the existing infrastructure and systems.

Essential Functions Of Job

Configure, respond to, and create essential security alerts in multiple platforms.
Communicate with information security and other stakeholders regarding risk, information security threats, and system configurations.
Design, implement, and manage security hardware and software systems to protect systems, networks, and data.
Prepare and maintain detailed documentation regarding the firm’s security processes and procedures.

Qualifications And Experience

Required Qualifications:

Three (3) years of experience in information technology
Three (3) or more years in a system security engineering or security analyst role.
Experience analyzing and correlating data loss prevention, security event and audit logs
Experience in managing security events and performing forensic investigations
Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Must be creative with application of solutions while remaining within defined compliance frameworks
Excellent written communication skills. Must have the ability to create clear and concise documentation while maintaining technical accuracy
Strong self-directed work habits, exhibiting initiative, drive, creativity, maturity, self-assurance and professionalism
Familiarity with legal and regulatory requirements related to data protection, privacy, and information security (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA)
Excellent teamwork skills

Education

Preferred:Bachelor’s Degree; or equivalent post high school education and/or direct work-related experience preferred

Major (if applicable):Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity

License and Certification

Preferred:Any of the following a plus:

Security +
CISSP
CCSP
CISA
CEH
GCIH
GSEC

Work Environment

You will be based in one of our local Sheppard Mullin offices but will be allowed to work from home.
You are required to come into the office on an as-needed basis.
Overtime may be required as the job duties demand.

Travel Requirements

Up to 10%.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday from 7:00 PM-3:30 AM (Pacific Time).

California: The pay range for this position is $55.00 to $74.00 per hour.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Sheppard Mullin is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, protected medical condition, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Req: #2024-3196