Information Security Engineer II

Kansas City, KS, US • Posted 16 days ago • Updated 10 hours ago

Full Time

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Information Security
Continuous Improvement
Servers
Web Servers
IT Infrastructure
KPI
Risk Management
Data Quality
Information Technology
Computer Science
FOCUS
Network
Dashboard
Reporting
NIST 800-53
Vulnerability Scanning
Vulnerability Management
Workflow
IT Service Management
Microsoft
Consumer Goods
ICS
Manufacturing
Lifecycle Management
Threat Analysis
Service Level Management
Regulatory Compliance
Cloud Computing
Microsoft Azure
Amazon Web Services
Hardening
Critical Thinking
Operational Risk
Writing
Attention To Detail
Collaboration
Teamwork
Multitasking
Management
Supervision
English

Summary

Collaborate with the Information Security team and IT, OT, and asset owners to reduce cyber risk by identifying, prioritizing, and remediating vulnerabilities across the Cooperative's IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments, including manufacturing systems, industrial control systems (ICS), and plant networks.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Own day-to-day execution and continuous improvement of the Vulnerability Threat Management (VTM) program
Identify, analyze, prioritize, and track vulnerabilities across endpoints, servers, network devices, cloud workloads, Webservers and OT/manufacturing assets
Analyze vulnerability data in the context of exploitability, asset criticality, business impact, and OT safety and availability constraints
Coordinate remediation efforts with IT infrastructure, application owners, plant engineers, and operations teams, ensuring clear ownership and tracking
Apply risk-based vulnerability management in environments where patching may be constrained by uptime, safety, regulatory, or vendor limitations
Develop and maintain vulnerability dashboards, KPIs, and executive-level metrics to measure risk reduction and remediation effectiveness
Ensure vulnerability management processes align with internal security standards, policies, and risk management practices
Evaluate and continuously improve vulnerability management tooling, scanning coverage, asset visibility, and data quality
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote secure configuration, patching best practices, and sustainable risk reduction
Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve remediation efficiency, workflow integration, and reporting accuracy
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education, certifications, and hands-on vulnerability management experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
3 or more years' experience with a strong focus on vulnerability management, specifically experience:

managing the full vulnerability lifecycle
interpreting vulnerability data using CVEs, CVSS, exploitability, and threat intelligence
coordinating remediation across infrastructure, endpoint, network, application, and cloud teams
developing and maintaining vulnerability metrics, dashboards, and executive-level reporting
aligning vulnerability management activities with security frameworks such as NIST-800-53
supporting enterprise vulnerability scanning platforms
managing external service providers
working with Operation Technology devices in manufacturing
implementing and managing enterprise vulnerability scanning platforms
integrating vulnerability management with ticketing, workflow, or ITSM platforms
leveraging Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for vulnerability and exposure management
working in the Dairy, Food and Beverage or Consumer Products industry

Exposure to OT, ICS, or manufacturing environments preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Vulnerability lifecycle management: discovery, analysis, prioritization, remediation, and risk acceptance
Risk-based vulnerability prioritization using CVEs, CVSS, exploitability, and threat intelligence
Vulnerability exception handling and compensating control assessment
Vulnerability aging, SLA management, and remediation tracking
Understanding of secure configuration, patching, and baseline compliance
Familiarity with hybrid and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or equivalent)
Knowledge of endpoint and server hardening best practices
Skill in critical thinking, analysis, mathematical calculations, and statistical evaluations
Able to translate technical vulnerabilities into business and operational risk
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to apply technology solutions to business problems
Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
Able to present ideas using language that is relatable to business and end-users
Able to consider impact of actions and decisions on employees, coworkers, and customers
Able to multi-task and problem solve
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Able to prioritize and meet deadlines
Able to promote a team environment
Able to present to diverse audiences from front line team members to senior management
Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
Able to read, write, and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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