Senior Cyber Security Engineer

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THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. As a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer at Smithfield Foods, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the company's technology ecosystem by managing and optimizing endpoint, email, and web security solutions. You will lead efforts to detect, prevent, and respond to cyber threats through advanced monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement of protection systems. Leveraging your technical expertise and analytical mindset, you will strengthen Smithfield's overall security posture and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of enterprise systems.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Cybersecurity Engineering & Implementation:

Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity controls such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, access controls, and encryption technologies (TLS, IPSEC, PGP, certificates, etc.) to protect critical assets.

Threat Protection & Monitoring:

Manage and optimize endpoint, email, and network security solutions; configure and monitor web application firewalls; and collaborate with managed security services to monitor logs, detect, and report security events.

Incident Response & Investigation:

Investigate security alerts, perform log analytics, and support response and remediation efforts across Windows, Linux, and cloud environments to identify and contain threats effectively.

Cloud & Virtualization Security:

Conduct security testing and enforce best practices for cloud and virtualization systems, ensuring secure deployment models across public, private, hybrid, and community environments.

Process & Compliance Management:

Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for configuration, maintenance, and change management; assist operations teams by maintaining monitoring and alerting solutions.

Collaboration & Integration:

Work cross-functionally with IT, Operations, and Security teams to ensure cybersecurity is embedded into business processes and technology initiatives.

Continuous Improvement & Expertise:

Stay current with industry standards, technologies, and best practices in information security—including endpoint detection and response, cloud security, intrusion detection, email protection, and penetration testing—to continuously enhance Smithfield's cybersecurity posture.

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience in endpoint protection, information security; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Technical Expertise:

Proven experience with MS Azure and AWS cloud security, endpoint protection platforms, advanced email threat protection, and Web Application Firewall (WAF) management.

Security & Investigation Skills:

Strong knowledge of Windows Active Directory security, endpoint remediation, forensic investigation, and log analysis using analytical tools.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities:

Skilled at identifying, investigating, and resolving security incidents with a proactive approach to strengthening protection and minimizing risk.

Collaboration & Communication:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and translate complex technical issues into clear, actionable insights.

Work Style & Culture Fit:

Team-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; demonstrates respect, approachability, and a commitment to building strong working relationships and a positive work culture.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The majority of the time is spent in an office setting outside of the production plant. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.

• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
• Frequently required to sit; stand; reach with hands and arms; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Relocation Package Available Yes EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595. At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees' children. Smithfield's Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner. Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!