Security Engineer I

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.•Cleveland, OH

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Security Engineer I to join our Information Security team. This role will play a key part in managing, administrating, reporting and operationalizing our security solutions across cloud and on-premises environments. The Security Engineer I will collaborate with IT Security, Infrastructure and Application teams to ensure that security processes and standards are embedded into technology solutions. This role requires a strong technical foundation, analytical mindset, and a willingness to learn and grow within a cybersecurity engineering team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
2+ years of experience in information security engineering or IT security.
Proven experience in security solution administration and operational designs.
Knowledge of Networking Fundamentals including understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, VPNs, firewalls, and network protocols.
Fundamental knowledge of PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages.
Hands-on experience with security technologies such as Vulnerability Management (Tenable preferred), SIEM, EDR, IAM, PAM, cloud security platforms, DLP, and firewalls.
Understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and hybrid identity environments (e.g., Entra ID/Azure AD, on-prem AD).
Demonstrated experience in the analyzing and problem solving of security related tickets/requests and escalation.
Knowledge of security frameworks and regulations (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI, SOX, NYDFS, etc.).
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to define and present recommendations for application/operational enhancements.

Nice To Haves

Industry certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, GIAC (or equivalent) are a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day operations and processes of security solutions following the organization’s enterprise security strategy, business goals and regulatory requirements.
Serve as a technical administrator, monitoring and managing security solutions across network, endpoint, cloud, identity, and application layers.
Assist in the operation of security technologies, ensuring scalability, resilience, and alignment with security configuration management best practices.
Perform routine vulnerability scans and assist with remediation tracking to verify corrective actions and security controls.
Maintain Security Tools and Technologies so they are up to date and functioning as expected.
Assist with evidence collection for audits and regulatory requirements.
Operationalize new security tools, platforms, and services to improve the organization’s security posture.
Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure secure system and application processes.
Support incident response activities as needed and monitor the incident queue to assure incidents are assigned and addressed within documented SLA.
Assist with developing and maintaining security standards, policies, operational procedures and process documentation.
Work with IT Security staff and contribute to a culture of security awareness across the organization.
Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.