Overview
On Site
USD 145,000.00 - 160,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
SaaS
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Finance
Team Leadership
Mentorship
Continuous Improvement
Expect
Training
Security Engineering
Professional Development
Computer Networking
Cloud Computing
Security Controls
Collaboration
Scrum
Sprint
Agile
Regulatory Compliance
Educate
Information Security
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Writing
Documentation
UPS
User Guides
Coaching
Computer Science
Information Technology
Cyber Security
CISSP
GSEC
Cisco Certifications
Leadership
Team Management
Scripting
Python
Ruby
Windows PowerShell
JavaScript
Sarbanes-Oxley
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act
ISO/IEC 27001:2005
ITIL
Microsoft Excel
Adaptability
Attention To Detail
IT Security
IT Infrastructure
Communication
Visualization
Network Security
Cloud Security
Management
Organized
Insurance
Business Transformation
Law
Job Details
Description
What you'll do:
The Lead Security Engineer is responsible for managing the Security Engineering team, overseeing their work, and engaging with stakeholders outside the immediate group. This role involves promoting Baseline Security Configuration requirements for on-premises applications, cloud services, and SaaS applications. This individual will leverage their expertise in security and technology, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills, to guide the team and effectively collaborate with stakeholders.
How you'll make an impact:
Enhance Security Protocols: Develop and implement advanced security measures to protect sensitive financial data, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. This will significantly reduce the risk of data breaches and cyber threats.
Team Leadership and Development: Mentor and lead a team of security engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. By providing guidance and training, they will enhance the team's overall effectiveness and capability to respond to security incidents.
Strategic Security Planning: Collaborate with management to design and execute a comprehensive security strategy that aligns with the institution's goals. This proactive approach will help anticipate potential threats and ensure the long-term security posture.
What you can expect:
Provide direction, guidance, instruction, and leadership to members of the Security Engineering team.
Effectively coach and manage the individual performance of team members, including conducting regular performance reviews and identify/provide professional development opportunities.
Experienced in cloud networking architecture and cloud operations, with cloud access security broker (CASB) experience preferred
Collaborate with different areas of IT in order to provide security and business technology solutions.
Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
Act as a point of escalation for issues relating to security controls or tools
Collaborate with second and third line of defense teams to identify, assess and remediate security risks in a timely and effective manner.
Assess, communicate and provide expert analysis of vulnerability risk
Effectively lead agile and scrum practices, such as sprint reviews, refinements and standups.
Plan out work with team utilizing agile frameworks
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Stay updated with the latest security technologies, threats, and industry trends.
Provide technical guidance and support for security-related projects.
Educate employees on information security best practices.
What you'll bring:
7+ years experience in Cybersecurity as a practioner, with at least 2-3 years exposure with AWS or Microsoft Azure.
Experience writing documentation ranging from deep technical write-ups to end user guides.
Experience with leading team through coaching and by example
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field. Relevant security certifications (CISSP, GSEC, CCSP, etc.) are highly desirable
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Initiative-taking and self-directed, well-organized, and able to position controls in anticipation of threats.
Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, PowerShell, and JavaScript.
Experience and understanding of various regulatory requirements and laws, including but not limited to: Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), and Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA). Additionally, experience in one or more of the following: CIS, ISO 27001/2, ITIL or NIST.
History of acting with integrity, taking pride in work, seeking to excel, being curious and adaptable, and communicating effectively.
Gives and receives effective feedback across all interactions.
Ability to address conflict with peers and others in the organization.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality solutions.
Knowledge of IT security controls and IT infrastructure, especially IAM processes.
Outstanding communication skills (verbal, written, visualization). This role requires the ability to communicate difficult concepts clearly and the desire to listen to understand.
Skills
Security, Network security, cloud security, standards
Top Skills Details
Security,Network security,cloud security,standards
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Initiative-taking and self-directed, well-organized, and able to position controls in anticipation of threats.
Proven history of self-education and growth mind-set.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $145000.00 - $160000.00/yr.
Retirement program (401k and Pension)
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Lifestyle Spending Account
Competitive PTO plan
11 paid holidays per year
Hybrid working model
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 3, 2025.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
What you'll do:
The Lead Security Engineer is responsible for managing the Security Engineering team, overseeing their work, and engaging with stakeholders outside the immediate group. This role involves promoting Baseline Security Configuration requirements for on-premises applications, cloud services, and SaaS applications. This individual will leverage their expertise in security and technology, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills, to guide the team and effectively collaborate with stakeholders.
How you'll make an impact:
Enhance Security Protocols: Develop and implement advanced security measures to protect sensitive financial data, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. This will significantly reduce the risk of data breaches and cyber threats.
Team Leadership and Development: Mentor and lead a team of security engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. By providing guidance and training, they will enhance the team's overall effectiveness and capability to respond to security incidents.
Strategic Security Planning: Collaborate with management to design and execute a comprehensive security strategy that aligns with the institution's goals. This proactive approach will help anticipate potential threats and ensure the long-term security posture.
What you can expect:
Provide direction, guidance, instruction, and leadership to members of the Security Engineering team.
Effectively coach and manage the individual performance of team members, including conducting regular performance reviews and identify/provide professional development opportunities.
Experienced in cloud networking architecture and cloud operations, with cloud access security broker (CASB) experience preferred
Collaborate with different areas of IT in order to provide security and business technology solutions.
Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
Act as a point of escalation for issues relating to security controls or tools
Collaborate with second and third line of defense teams to identify, assess and remediate security risks in a timely and effective manner.
Assess, communicate and provide expert analysis of vulnerability risk
Effectively lead agile and scrum practices, such as sprint reviews, refinements and standups.
Plan out work with team utilizing agile frameworks
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Stay updated with the latest security technologies, threats, and industry trends.
Provide technical guidance and support for security-related projects.
Educate employees on information security best practices.
What you'll bring:
7+ years experience in Cybersecurity as a practioner, with at least 2-3 years exposure with AWS or Microsoft Azure.
Experience writing documentation ranging from deep technical write-ups to end user guides.
Experience with leading team through coaching and by example
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field. Relevant security certifications (CISSP, GSEC, CCSP, etc.) are highly desirable
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Initiative-taking and self-directed, well-organized, and able to position controls in anticipation of threats.
Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, PowerShell, and JavaScript.
Experience and understanding of various regulatory requirements and laws, including but not limited to: Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), and Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA). Additionally, experience in one or more of the following: CIS, ISO 27001/2, ITIL or NIST.
History of acting with integrity, taking pride in work, seeking to excel, being curious and adaptable, and communicating effectively.
Gives and receives effective feedback across all interactions.
Ability to address conflict with peers and others in the organization.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality solutions.
Knowledge of IT security controls and IT infrastructure, especially IAM processes.
Outstanding communication skills (verbal, written, visualization). This role requires the ability to communicate difficult concepts clearly and the desire to listen to understand.
Skills
Security, Network security, cloud security, standards
Top Skills Details
Security,Network security,cloud security,standards
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Initiative-taking and self-directed, well-organized, and able to position controls in anticipation of threats.
Proven history of self-education and growth mind-set.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $145000.00 - $160000.00/yr.
Retirement program (401k and Pension)
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Lifestyle Spending Account
Competitive PTO plan
11 paid holidays per year
Hybrid working model
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 3, 2025.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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