Network Security Engineer II

About the role

The SouthState story is one of steady growth, deep community roots, and an unwavering commitment to helping our customers move forward. Since our beginnings in the 1930s to becoming a trusted financial partner across the South and beyond - we are known for combining personal relationships with forward-thinking solutions. We are committed to helping our team members find their success while maintaining the integrity of our values: building trust, fostering lasting relationships and pursuing excellence. At SouthState, individual contributions are recognized, potential is cultivated and team members are inspired to achieve their greater purpose. Your future begins here! SUMMARY/OBJECTIVES The Network Security Engineer II performs two core functions for the enterprise. The first is the day-to-day operations of Infrastructure Security systems while the second is the design, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise and cloud security solutions. Secondary tasks may include involvement in the incident response program, participation in architecture review, documenting system configurations, improving security posture, and operational process improvement. The Network Security Engineer II is expected to be fully aware of the enterprise's technology and security goals as established by its stated policies, procedures, and guidelines and to actively work towards upholding those goals. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ensures compliance with all bank policies and procedures as well as state, federal, and regulatory requirements. Operational Management: Configure, support, and maintain On-Prem and Cloud Security Environments including NextGen Firewalls, WAF, SDWAN, VPN, and SSL Decryption technologies. Solve complex technical problems through engineering, including requirements analysis, design, development, implementation, and testing. Understand, analyze, and correlate technical vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures to mitigate them. Maintain operational configurations of infrastructure security systems as per the established baselines. Provide on-call support for end users for all infrastructure security systems. Acquisition & Deployment Maintain up-to-date detailed knowledge of the IT Security industry including awareness of new or revised security solutions, improved security processes and the development of new attacks and threat vectors. Recommend additional solutions or enhancements to existing infrastructure security systems to improve overall enterprise security. Research, evaluate, and stay current on emerging tools, techniques, and technologies. Participate in multiple projects or department initiatives simultaneously. Assist in the development and implementation of internal IT Security projects. Accepts other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. COMPETENCIES Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to conduct research into IT security issues and products as required. Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language. Highly self-motivated and directed. Keen attention to detail. Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education : Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in Information Security, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a closely related field Experience : Ten (10) or more years of Information Technology Experience. Five (5) or more years of Network Security Experience. Certifications/Specific Knowledge : Good interpersonal skills, good computer skills, ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Proficiency in Internet Protocols, Virtual Private Networks, IPSec, Next Generation Firewalls, and Zero Trust Architecture. One or more of the following Information Security Certifications preferred: CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, GCED, GDSA, GCCC, PCNSA, CCNA Security, Security+ TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/CLASSES New Employee Orientation Required annual compliance training Twenty (20) hours of Cybersecurity related training PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to stand and/or sit for long periods of time. Must be able to effectively access and interpret information on computer screens, documents, reports, and cash denominations, and identify customers. WORK ENVIRONMENT Telecommuting roles no matter if hybrid or 100% full time telecommuting must have a secure home office environment that is free from background noise and distractions. They must also have a reliable private internet connection that is not supplied by use of cellular data (hot spot). Cable or fiber connections are preferred. Requirements are subject to change, as new systems and technology is delivered. Travel may be required to come to m