Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry. Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTIONS & ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Work with Controls Engineering Lead to define and communicate the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Security Controls Engineering team. Serve as the technical authority for enterprise security controls, providing hands-on guidance and expertise. Parter with senior engineers to lead the design and implementation of security controls for fleet, data, cloud, and AI environments. Hire, develop, mentor, and retain top cybersecurity engineering talent. Act as a key advisor to business and technology stakeholders. Oversee the execution of security control projects from initiation through deployment and support. Continuously improve governance, metrics, and processes within the team. Manage relationships with vendors and service providers. Collaborate with incident response teams to ensure controls are integrated into workflows. Provide regular updates and reports on the status and effectiveness of security controls. Support the corporate marketing teams efforts in coordinating corporate events, sponsorships, and thought leadership initiatives to enhance storytelling and further develop the firms brand narrative. QUALIFICATIONS: Skills: Strong foundation in security engineering, architecture, and operations. Hands-on experience with cloud-native security controls, automation, and orchestration. Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, etc.). Experience with security monitoring, logging, and integration with SIEM/SOAR platforms. Deep expertise in cloud security (Azure, AWS, GCP) and AI security controls. Familiarity with EDR, device management, data protection technologies, and generalized security platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365 Defender). Soft Skills: Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to stay updated with the latest security trends and threats. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to drive change and build consensus across diverse groups. Experience: 12-15+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, with significant hands-on experience in security architecture and controls engineering. Proven track record of designing, deploying, and managing enterprise security controls. Experience leading technical teams and delivering complex security projects. Experience in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, etc.) is a plus. Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or related field or equivalent professional experience. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, GSEC, GCIA, OSCP) preferred. Advanced certifications in cloud and AI security are a plus. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Proven track record of developing and maintaining structured processes that support efficiency, scalability, and rapid business growth. Commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Willingness to work flexible hours to coordinate with global teams