Information Security Engineer

ESI•Apex, CT

1d•$124,587 - $186,881

About The Position

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future! Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) is a leading specialty chemicals company whose operating businesses formulate a broad range of solutions that enhance the performance of products people use every day. Developed in multi-step technological processes, our innovative solutions enable our customer manufacturing processes in several key segments, including electronic circuitry, communication infrastructure, automotive systems, industrial surface finishing, and offshore energy. Customers of our businesses use our innovation as a competitive advantage, relying on us to help them navigate in fast-paced, high-growth markets. For example, in-care technology, from infotainment to driver assistance, is accelerating the paste of new product development and automotive markets, and with a deep market expertise in electronics, we sit at the intersection of the fast-growing market, changing the competitive playing field for automotive manufacturers, with a long-standing presence. We strive to embody the five 'Elements of our Culture'- our '5C's'; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment. Who are we looking for? The Senior Information Security Engineer is a critical member of the security operations team, responsible for protecting the organization’s infrastructure through advanced security engineering practices. This role focuses on vulnerability management, network security, endpoint protection, and secure access technologies, ensuring a proactive and resilient security posture across all environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
5+ years of experience in information security engineering, with strong expertise in vulnerability management, network security, and endpoint protection.
Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Tenable, Qualys, Rapid7).
Familiarity with CVSS scoring, patch management processes, and remediation workflows.
Deep understanding of network protocols, architectures, and security technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Proactive and detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership.
Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a global organization
Chemical and/or manufacturing industry experience
Industry certifications such as CISSP, CEH, OSCP, GIAC, or CCSP are highly desirable.
Proven experience with EDR platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or similar.
Experience with secure access technologies such as Zscaler or Cato Networks.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.

Responsibilities

Lead the enterprise vulnerability management program, including but not limited to: Scanning, analysis, prioritization, and remediation tracking.
Perform regular vulnerability assessments using tools such as Tenable, Qualys, or Rapid7, and collaborate with stakeholders to address findings.
Stay informed on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies relevant to network, endpoint, and access security.
Develop and maintain security metrics and dashboards to track vulnerability trends, network health, and endpoint protection status.
Design, implement, and manage network security controls including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and segmentation strategies.
Deploy and manage secure access technologies such as Zscaler or Cato Networks to enforce zero trust principles and protect remote connectivity.
Monitor and analyze network traffic for signs of malicious activity or policy violations.
Engineer and maintain endpoint security solutions, with hands-on experience in EDR platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure secure network and endpoint configurations.
Assist in incident response activities related to network, endpoint, or access-related threats.
Contribute to the development and enforcement of security policies, standards, and procedures.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of security operations and architecture.