Information Security Engineer III

The POWER of a CAREER! Northpointe Bank is seeking a detail oriented, customer service minded individual to join our team as an Information Security Engineer III. This position requires an individual who has the desire to make a difference within the organization. An exceptional ability to grasp new concepts and learn while providing excellent service is critical for this position.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

If you have been looking for an opportunity in the banking/mortgage industry, have the desire to work hard, are dedicated to your individual success, and take pride in the achievement and growth within a team, then we want to hear from you!!!

The Information Security Engineer III provides advanced technical support and operational oversight of cybersecurity infrastructure. This role is responsible for Tier 3 incident handling, vulnerability management, and advanced tool configuration. The engineer contributes to architectural discussions and supports regulatory and audit readiness while mentoring junior staff. This position requires strong discretion, independent judgment, and the ability to make decisions that impact the Bank s security posture and regulatory readiness.

Key Competencies

Advanced Threat Response Leads major incident investigations and forensics.

Tool Engineering Maintains and optimizes key cybersecurity platforms.

Security Architecture Support Provides input on secure design decisions.

Mentorship Coaches junior engineers and shares technical expertise.

Responsibilities:

Security Architecture & Design

Participate in secure architecture reviews and recommend improvements.

Provide input on design decisions related to cloud, network, and applications.

Identify potential architectural weaknesses and lead remediation planning.

Support secure development lifecycle (SDLC) practices.

Security Technology Engineering

Lead implementation and tuning of tools such as SIEM, DLP, CASB, and MFA.

Maintain and harden security tool configurations across environments.

Develop and automate monitoring and alerting processes.

Validate infrastructure security through system and configuration reviews.

Threat Detection & Incident Response

Serve as escalation point for Tier 2 and Tier 3 incidents.

Conduct in-depth investigations, coordinate containment, and ensure recovery.

Maintain forensic toolsets and lead root cause analysis.

Contribute to incident response playbooks and training.

Vulnerability & Risk Management

Lead scanning efforts and engage with asset owners for timely remediation.

Identify systemic risk trends and propose strategic mitigation approaches.

Track remediation metrics and support executive reporting.

Assist in third-party risk reviews and infrastructure assessments.

Compliance & Audit Readiness

Ensure documentation and controls meet GLBA, FFIEC, and internal requirements.

Participate in audit readiness, control testing, and remediation activities.

Contribute to annual reviews of policies, standards, and procedures.

Collaboration & Security Consulting

Advise infrastructure and development teams on secure system and application design.

Represent security in technical project planning and execution.

Provide peer mentoring and coaching on secure practices.

Professional Standards & Continuous Improvement

Stay informed on emerging threats, tools, and techniques.

Recommend architectural or process improvements based on threat landscape.

Lead technical knowledge-sharing sessions with peers and stakeholders.

Compliance and Professional Standards

Meet established standards and guidelines regarding compliance, job knowledge, quality, attendance, efficiency, initiative, customer service, and overall performance.

Maintain confidentiality and data integrity while adhering to compliance standards in risk reporting and analysis.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of compliance rules and regulations, including internal policies and procedures.

Requirements:

Education & Certification

Bachelor s degree required.

CISSP, GIAC, or equivalent certification strongly preferred.

Experience & Industry Knowledge

4 6 years of cybersecurity experience.

Hands-on experience in tool management and incident response.

Demonstrated success in engineering, threat response, or risk mitigation.

Technical Expertise

Advanced skills with security tools, scripting, and cloud platforms.

Ability to lead technical projects and initiatives.

Project Management & Problem-Solving Skills

Proven ability to manage complex technical tasks independently.

Strong analytical and resolution skills.

Communication & Teamwork

Clear communicator, especially when guiding or mentoring others.

Collaborates effectively with technical and non-technical teams.

Organizational & Self-Management Skills

Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Must be a self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision and maintain high accountability.

Additional Requirements

Flexible to support after-hours upgrades, emergency incident response, or compliance needs.

Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our Hiring Philosophy:

Northpointe Bank recognizes that the quality of our people is the foundation for our success. Attracting individuals who value a challenging work environment that rewards the contributions of its people is the cornerstone of our hiring philosophy.

It is the policy of Northpointe Bank and its subsidiaries to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, race, sex, religion, national origin, handicap, marital status, or other attributes not pertinent to the job requirements. This policy reflects our practice of making all employment decisions, from recruitment to promotions, based on an individual's qualifications without discrimination on any basis.

Benefit Information:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life, LTD, & AD&D

Dependent Care Spending Plan (DCSA)

Employer Stock Ownership Plan with 401(k) feature and company match

Complimentary Banking Services

Tuition Assistance

AA - EOE