$110,000 - $135,000/ annual

The Security Engineer II will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and optimizing security solutions for cloud-based and application security environments. This role focuses on advancing cloud security (AWS & Azure), securing APIs, and ensuring effective WAF deployment to protect both modern and legacy web applications.

Core Responsibilities:

- Architect and implement cloud security solutions in AWS and Azure, focusing on IAM, encryption, security logging, and network segmentation.

- Manage and optimize Web Application Firewalls (WAF), implementing custom rulesets and exception handling for legacy applications.

- Conduct in-depth application security reviews, threat modeling, and code assessments to identify vulnerabilities and enforce best practices.

- Design and integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring a DevSecOps-first approach.

- Develop and maintain security automation scripts and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Ansible, etc.).

- Work closely with compliance teams to align security measures with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and insurance industry regulations.

- Assess security risks in applications and cloud environments, providing recommendations that balance security with business needs.

- Support security audits and compliance initiatives by providing evidence and technical explanations for security controls.

- Act as an escalation point for Security Operations incidents and participate in an on-call Security Operations rotation every 4-6 weeks.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Strong knowledge of modern application architectures (microservices, containers, APIs) and their security implications.

- Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure security services, including IAM, Security Groups, KMS, WAF, and Defender for Cloud.

- Deep understanding of WAF tuning strategies for modern and legacy applications.

- Experience with securing APIs, container security (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevSecOps practices.

- Proficiency in Python, Go, or PowerShell for security automation.

- Strong ability to assess risks, propose mitigation strategies, and communicate technical security concepts to engineering teams.

Qualifications:

- Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field OR equivalent experience (7+ years in security engineering or related field).

- Security certifications are a plus (AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, GCP Security Engineer).
Skills & Requirements
Additional Requirements:

- Travel required up to 10% of the time outside of the assigned office.

- Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds.

- Frequent repetitive hand and arm movements required to operate a computer.

- Specific vision abilities required for close vision (computer work, etc.).

- Frequent sitting and/or standing.

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Why Vertafore is the place for you: *Canada Only

• The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
• Medical, vision & dental plans
• Life, AD&D
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Pension Plan & Employer Match
• Maternity, Paternity and Parental Leave
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Education Assistance
• Additional programs - Employee Referral and Internal Recognition

Why Vertafore is the place for you: *US Only

• The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
• We have a Flexible First work environment! Our North America team members use our offices for collaboration, community and team-building, with members asked to sometimes come into an office and/or travel depending on job responsibilities. Other times, our teams work from home or a similar environment.
• Medical, vision & dental plans
  • PPO & high-deductible options
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts Options:
  • Health Care FSA
  • Dental & Vision FSA
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • Commuter FSA
• Life, AD&D (Basic & Supplemental), and Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plain & Employer Match
• Supplemental Plans - Pet insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
• Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education & Legal Assistance
• Additional programs - Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness
• Commuter Benefits (Denver)

The Professional Services (PS) and Customer Success (CX) bonus plans are a quarterly monetary bonus plan based upon individual and practice performance against specific business metrics. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.

The Vertafore Incentive Plan (VIP) is an annual monetary bonus for eligible employees based on both individual and company performance. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.

Commission plans are tailored to each sales role but common components include quota, MBO's and ABPMs. Salespeople receive their formal compensation plan within 30 days of hire.