Senior Information Security Engineer

McDermott Will & Emery • Austin, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Information Security Engineer oversees the security of the Firm’s applications, networks, and systems. This position manages the security and integrity of the Firm’s information systems throughout their lifecycle and ensures that systems are secure during operations and is a primary technical point of contact for other Firm departments. This position works under minimal supervision and relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Requirements

• At least seven (7) years of related work experience
• Experience with or strong aptitude for AI-assisted development tools, LLMs, and agentic AI
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Knowledge of information systems security risk frameworks and server architecture
• Knowledge of network concepts, host-based security settings/controls, and security technologies
• Knowledge of CI/CD concepts/tools and secure code development
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
• Ability to work independently and under own direction and initiative

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage security requirements of Firm assets and systems
• Create and maintain the Firm-wide security architecture
• Manage security requirements throughout the development and acquisition lifecycles for all assets
• Perform certification and accreditation prior to releasing software to production
• Develop and maintain software, application, network, hardware, systems, and mobile device inventories
• Define, implement, assess, and maintain controls necessary to protect software, applications, networks, hardware, systems, and mobile devices in accordance with security requirements
• Manage security configuration and changes for software, applications, networks, hardware, systems, and mobile devices
• Develop and maintain information asset inventories and establish and maintain controls necessary to protect information and critical assets
• Collaborate with individuals and teams outside of Information Security
• Mentor and support other team members in day-to-day activities

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package
• Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed