20167 - Security Engineer III
Location: HMGMA - Savannah, GA

Company Overview
Hyundai AutoEver America (HAEA) is the dynamic IT powerhouse behind Hyundai Motor Corporation, a Fortune 500 global leader in the automotive industry. As a key affiliate, we provide cutting-edge IT services and support to top brands including Kia, Genesis, Hyundai Translead, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Capital, and Glovis.
HAEA offers a truly global and collaborative environment. Here, you’ll drive innovation, boost operational efficiency, and help shape the future of mobility for the Hyundai Motor Group.
At HAEA, we understand that IT is the cornerstone of today’s fast-evolving digital world. By uniting all IT resources under one roof, we deliver consistent, top-quality solutions while serving as the crucial information link between Hyundai’s Global Headquarters and North American operations.
If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make a real impact at a world-class company, Hyundai AutoEver America is the place to grow your career. Join us and be part of the transformation that’s driving the future of automotive innovation.
Website: http://www.haeaus.com

Role Overview:
The Security Engineer plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization’s information systems, networks, and critical infrastructure. This role ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of corporate assets by participating in all areas of information and network security, including intrusion detection, incident response, vulnerability management, application security, and compliance with corporate security policies. The engineer is responsible for implementing, operating, and continuously improving a variety of enterprise security technologies—such as DLP, Antivirus, IPS/IDS, Endpoint Protection, Database Activity Monitoring, and Web Application Firewalls.
This position acts as a technical authority across Security Engineering, Network Engineering, and Security Operations, partnering with cross-functional teams, internal clients, and external stakeholders. The role supports both strategic initiatives and daily operational security needs to maintain a secure, resilient, and compliant environment. It contributes directly to strengthening the organization’s security posture, improving processes, leading or participating in incident response, and enabling secure business operations.

Key Responsibilities:
Security Engineering

Design, build, test, and deploy new security technologies, including developing operational documentation and runbooks.
Evaluate, recommend, integrate, and automate security tools and processes to enhance the protection of corporate assets and infrastructure.
Conduct security risk assessments, exposure analyses, and security architecture reviews to ensure secure and cost‑effective system and network performance.

Network Engineering & Information Security

Lead or assist in producing periodic or ad‑hoc security reports that provide situational awareness to senior stakeholders.
Analyze network security elements and architectural designs to maintain optimal performance, security, and operational resilience.

Security Operations / Administration

Monitor and manage networks, systems, and infrastructure for attacks, malware, intrusions, and vulnerabilities, including full remediation of impacted systems.
Implement, operate, and tune enterprise security technologies (e.g., IPS/IDS, vulnerability scanners, encryption, endpoint protection).
Support security audits, compliance reviews, and risk‑management activities, delivering required documentation and remediation follow‑up.
Participate in or lead incident response activities and provide rotational after‑hours on‑call support.

Scope Indicators

Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and controls, including risk management and incident response plans.
Conduct security assessments and penetration tests to identify and evaluate vulnerabilities across systems and networks.
Manage, configure, and monitor security tools and technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and antivirus platforms.
Investigate, contain, and remediate cybersecurity incidents, including breaches, malware, and other threats.
Provide cybersecurity training to employees, promoting security awareness and safe practices.
Stay current on emerging threats, trends, and best practices through continuous learning and industry engagement.

Incidents Prevented/Mitigated: Measures effectiveness of implemented security controls.
Detection & Response Time: Evaluates speed and efficiency of incident response processes.
Employee Security Awareness Rate: Assesses success of security training efforts.
Vulnerabilities Identified & Remediated: Reflects the impact of security assessments and corrective actions.
Cybersecurity Budget Utilization: Indicates organizational commitment and investment in security.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of hands‑on Security Engineering, Security Planning, or Security Operations experience.
2+ years of network administration/engineering experience and 2+ years of system administration experience.
Advanced knowledge of security technologies with experience operating in medium to complex computing environments.
Hands-on experience with two or more enterprise security technologies, such as IPS/IDS, VPNs (SSL/IPsec), firewalls, NAC, Windows/Linux OS, packet inspection, or directory services (LDAP/AD).
Strong understanding of network architecture and concepts, including routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, subnetting, and security dependencies across server/VM environments.
Experience implementing security technologies, conducting risk assessments, and integrating security controls into operational frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional security certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CISSP‑ISSAP, or SANS.
Experience with endpoint security solutions (EDR, AV, DLP) and web filtering tools (e.g., Palo Alto, Forcepoint, Sophos).
Strong technical documentation skills (e.g., reports, proposals, SOWs, white papers).
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple tasks in a team environment.

In addition to a competitive salary, this position offers a fantastic benefits package that includes comprehensive medical/dental coverage, generous PTO, education assistance, and annual merit increase eligibility in a growth-focused work environment.

Team Culture: 
The Security Engineer III is responsible for protecting Hyundai AutoEver America’s information systems and infrastructure by implementing, managing, and enhancing a wide range of enterprise security technologies. The role spans security engineering, network security, and security operations—supporting incident response, vulnerability management, security assessments, risk mitigation, and cross‑functional collaboration to maintain a secure and resilient environment.

Collaboration & Teamwork: The team values a supportive, collaborative environment where members openly share ideas and work together toward common goals.
Passion for Technology: Team members are enthusiastic about emerging technologies and their potential to transform the automotive and IT landscape.
Agility & Continuous Improvement: The group operates with an agile mindset—quickly adapting to change while continuously improving processes and solutions.
Growth & Inclusivity: The team prioritizes professional development and fosters an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued.

Our Company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

Hyundai Autoever America

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