Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines

Information Security Engineer

Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
  • 8-10 years in information security or a related field
  • CISSP certification preferred
  • Cloud security certification (CCSP or equivalent)
  • Certified Information Security Architect preferred (SABSA SCF or equivalent)
  • Azure Security Engineer Associate certification preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of secure networking concepts (e.g., Zero Trust, segmentation)
  • Familiarity with industry standards for security devices and procedures
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Experience in a highly-regulated environment.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and integrate secure, scalable systems using industry frameworks
  • Support and evolve the Bank’s information security strategy
  • Architect, design, and deploy solutions across on-premise and cloud environments
  • Lead the secure enablement of enterprise AI security systems
  • Design and implement security controls for AI tools
  • Operate and mature vulnerability management processes
  • Monitor and investigate security events and incidents
  • Provide advanced technical support and guidance to junior staff
  • Advise leaders on cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies
  • Deliver security training and awareness programs.

Benefits

  • Access to ongoing professional development and training
  • Opportunities for career advancement within the bank
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Potential for remote work
  • Participation in a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This position strengthens the Bank’s cybersecurity posture across hybrid environments by designing and implementing secure architectures, advising leaders on risk, and serving as a subject matter expert. This role requires deep knowledge of security architecture frameworks, technical risk management, cloud security, secure system design, and regulatory compliance.

In This Role, You Will

  • Architect and integrate secure, scalable systems using industry frameworks

  • Support and evolve the Bank’s information security strategy

  • Architect, design and deploy solutions across on‑premise and cloud environments

  • Lead the secure enablement of enterprise AI security systems and integrations

  • Design and implement security controls for AI tools

  • Operate and mature vulnerability management processes

  • Monitor and investigate security events and incidents

  • Provide advanced technical support and guide junior staff

  • Advise leaders on cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies

  • Deliver security training and awareness

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience.

  • Eight to ten years of information security or closely-related professional experience.

  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification preferred.

  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) or equivalent cloud security certification.

  • Certified Information Security Architect (SABSA SCF or equivalent) preferred.

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate or equivalent certification preferred.

  • Advanced understanding of secure networking concepts (e.g., Zero Trust, segmentation, SD-WAN).

  • Working knowledge of industry standards regarding security devices and procedures.

  • Strong customer service orientation.

  • Experience working in a highly-regulated environment.

About Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines is a member-owned cooperative that provides funding solutions and liquidity to over 1,400 members to support mortgage lending, economic development and affordable housing in the communities they serve. The Bank is one of 11 Federal Home Loan Banks across the United States and is regulated by the Federal Housing Finance Agency. The Bank is committed to operating in a safe and sound manner and providing value to its members through a variety of products and services.
Learn more about Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines
Size
200 employees
Industry
5 Year Trend
+2%
Revenue
$1 billion

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