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IT Security Engineer III

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

We’re hiring an Information Technology Security Engineer III!

About the Position:
We are seeking a results-driven IT Security Engineer III who will play a critical role in advancing our security posture. Your primary responsibility is to maintain and optimize our security tools stack, ensuring a robust and current security position across all platforms. Success in this role requires proven expertise in IT Security best practices, security tools, application security, and cloud/on-premises infrastructure. You will own and deliver high-impact security projects, lead by example, and empower the security team through collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Key Performance Objectives:

  1. Security Stack Ownership & Optimization
    • Maintain uptime and operational efficiency for the security tools stack (SIEM, EDR, NDR, VM, WAF, firewalls, email security, IAM, etc.).
    • Implement updates and configurations aligned with security leadership objectives within predefined SLAs.
  2. Incident and Vulnerability Management
    • Ensure all vulnerabilities are triaged and remediated within policy-defined timelines.
    • Achieve a measurable reduction in security incidents through proactive incident management and root cause analysis.
  3. AWS Security Expertise
    • Act as the SME for AWS Security, implementing cloud-specific security measures to align with industry best practices and internal objectives.
    • Demonstrate measurable improvements in cloud security posture quarterly.
  4. Project Execution
    • Drive end-to-end security projects from conception to delivery, ensuring timely and high-quality completion of assigned projects annually.
    • Align all initiatives with leadership priorities and compliance mandates.
  5. Documentation & Policy Management
    • Maintain  accuracy and currency in security documentation, including policies, procedures, and architectural diagrams.
    • Audit/review documentation quarterly and provide actionable insights.
  6. Collaboration & Risk Mitigation
    • Collaborate cross-functionally to assess and mitigate risk, reducing identified risks year-over-year.
    • Provide timely and effective security guidance and training to internal teams.
  7. Continuous Learning & Innovation
    • Stay ahead of industry trends and recommend security technologies that improve performance or efficiency.
    • Implement at least two new technologies or processes annually that drive measurable security enhancements.

Qualifications for Success:

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
  • Experience: 7+ years in IT with 5+ years in IT Security. Proven expertise in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) with hands-on security implementation.
  • Certifications: CISSP or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
  • Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in security engineering, network security, authentication protocols, cryptography, and compliance frameworks.
  • Soft Skills: Integrity, accountability, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

 

 

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