OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Security Engineer to join our Information Security team. This role will play a key part in shaping security strategy, designing enterprise-class security solutions, and assisting with implementation across cloud and on-premises environments. The Senior Security Engineer will collaborate with IT, architecture, and business stakeholders to ensure that security is embedded into technology initiatives from design through delivery.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the implementation and integration of security technologies, ensuring scalability, resilience, and alignment with security best practices.
- Evaluate and recommend new security tools, platforms, and services to improve the organization’s security posture.
- Translate security requirements into technical designs, architecture diagrams, and implementation plans.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure secure system and application deployments.
- Assist with developing and maintaining security standards, policies, and reference architecture.
- Mentor junior security staff and contribute to a culture of security awareness across the organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- 7+ years of experience in information security engineering, IT security, or related technical roles.
- Proven experience in security solution design and architecture for enterprise-scale environments.
- Hands-on experience with security technologies such as SIEM, EDR, IAM, PAM, cloud security platforms, DLP, and firewalls.
- Strong understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and hybrid identity environments (e.g., Entra ID/Azure AD, on-prem AD).
- Demonstrated experience assisting with technology implementation projects where security requirements were core to success.
- Knowledge of security frameworks and regulations (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI, SOX, NYDFS, etc.).
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience working in regulated industries (finance, insurance, or healthcare).
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and secure SDLC.
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, OSCP, GIAC (or equivalent).
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What We Offer
AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.