**Relocation Assistance**
Who We Are:
Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.
Why U.S. Xpress?
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Basic/Supplemental Life
- Accidental Death/Dismemberment
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Savings Accounts
- Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short Term Incentive Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
What You’ll Do:
This position will lead efforts to safeguard U.S. Xpress computer networks and systems; Plan and execute security measures to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks; Manage and coordinate resolution of incidents end to end as well as maintain the Disaster Recovery Plan.
- Recommend and direct the implementation of advanced defense security strategies and solutions as it relates to cybersecurity, identity management, access control, application security, and threat and vulnerability management.
- Plan and carry out security measures to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks.
- Develop and maintain policies and procedures which are designed to protect computer programs, data bases and data files from unauthorized or accidental duplication, modification or destruction.
- Manage Incidents to end; includes receiving, logging, classifying, troubleshooting, assigning, tracking and reporting all Incidents. Leverage critical thinking skills to drive cross-functional teams to resolution as soon as possible.
- Create and maintain Incident process documentation.
- Lead projects to mature/evolve the Incident process.
- Maintain the IT department’s Disaster Recovery Plan and Systems Run book; includes testing plans to detect faults and minimize malfunctions.
- Provide architectural analysis of cyber security features and relate existing system to future needs and trends; Establish security strategies to address new technologies being developed and deployed.
- Consult on appropriate application security requirements and controls, and provide practical guidance on meeting these requirements and controls.
- Consult on application security testing tools and services, with capabilities to guide and/or execute on application testing assignments.
- Assess reported security threats and weaknesses, across all security layers; Identify application security gaps and develop mitigation strategies based on risk and cost efficiency.
- Monitor for inappropriate utilization of computer resources.
- Develop strong partnerships with business clients, application developers, software vendors, and other technical resources.
- Provide subject matter expertise on projects and program development as assigned, performing and contributing to all aspects of project.
- Perform security tools maintenance as required.
- Participates in 24/7 on-call rotation.
- Other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
Education
Bachelor degree in computer science or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years working within an enterprise operations environment with a focus on cyber security required.
- Experience in the transportation industry a plus.
Skills/Certifications
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification (CISSP) preferred.
- Expert knowledge of threats and vulnerabilities associated with application and network security.
- Strong knowledge of Infrastructure and an understanding of security in an IT environment.
- Strong knowledge of security technologies, such as IDS/IPS solutions, proxies, SIEMs, single sign-on, federation, CASBs, and certificate management solutions and techniques.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Work Environment / Physical Requirements – Normal office settings.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.
