Senior IT Security Engineer
About The Position
The Senior IT Security Engineer identifies, evaluates, and implements technical security controls to prevent, detect, contain, and respond to information security threats while supporting AltaMed’s technology efforts. The role analyzes threats using security technologies such as email filtering, anti-malware, access control, phishing detection, CASB and web filtering, firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention, data loss prevention, and data encryption. It reviews and guides security configurations for applications and endpoint systems, including servers, desktops, network devices, and IoT/OT devices. The engineer leads projects and project teams within and outside the security department, maintains an in-depth understanding of current and emerging security threats, and recommends technical and process improvements. The position also assists with developing and maintaining information security strategy and supports technology and business units to ensure security controls align with organizational information security policies and standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in IT security, including 3 years in a lead role with responsibility for architecture design and implementation.
- Direct hands-on enterprise cybersecurity experience demonstrating technical proficiency.
- An active information security credential, such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC/SANS, Palo Alto PCNSE, CyberArk CDE, SailPoint Certified Engineer, Microsoft Security Associate, or Cisco CCNA/CCNP Security/XDR specialist.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Identify, evaluate, and implement technical controls to prevent, detect, contain, and respond to information security threats.
- Analyze threats using security technologies, including email filtering, anti-malware, access control, phishing detection, CASB/web filtering, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, data loss prevention, and data encryption.
- Review and guide security configurations for applications and endpoint systems, including servers, desktops, network devices, and IoT/OT devices.
- Lead projects and project teams within and outside the security department.
- Maintain an in-depth understanding of current and emerging security threats and recommend technical and process improvements.
- Assist in developing and maintaining the information security strategy.
- Support technology and business units and ensure security controls are aligned with information security policies and standards.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career advancement and development opportunities
- Paid time off and holidays
- Paid CME days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Corporate employee discounts
- Employee referral bonus program
- Pet care insurance
- May qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
