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Sr. Security Engineer

Job in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50319, USA
Listing for: nexus IT group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Sr. Security Engineer 0126

What You’ll Do

  • Design, deploy, and manage enterprise-grade network security platforms, including next-generation firewall technologies and centralized policy management systems.

  • Implement and support secure remote access solutions to enable safe connectivity for distributed teams.

  • Create, maintain, and optimize security policies covering traffic filtering, network address translation, and application-level controls.

  • Lead the architecture and operation of advanced endpoint protection, detection, and response capabilities.

  • Apply adversary tactics and techniques frameworks to proactively identify threats and reduce attack surfaces.

  • Define and oversee identity and access management strategies, including permissions, role-based access controls, and auditing across cloud environments.

  • Monitor, analyze, and respond to sophisticated security events using log aggregation and security monitoring platforms.

  • Drive cloud security initiatives such as configuration reviews, risk assessments, compliance validation, and threat modeling.

  • Build and maintain automation to streamline security operations and incident response workflows.

  • Develop and deliver security awareness initiatives to improve end-user risk awareness and behavior.

  • Partner with technical and business stakeholders to align security priorities with organizational goals.

  • Own complex security initiatives end to end, operating with a high level of autonomy.

  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members while promoting best practices and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience.

  • 5–10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong emphasis on cloud-based environments.

  • 3–5 years of experience in network security engineering within enterprise infrastructures.

  • Hands-on experience administering modern firewall platforms and secure remote access technologies.

  • Deep understanding of cloud security concepts including identity management, virtual networking, and compliance standards.

  • Experience working with endpoint security and security monitoring platforms.

  • Strong scripting and automation skills using languages such as Power Shell, Python, or similar.

  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

  • Proven ability to manage complex security initiatives and support the development of other security professionals.

  • Curiosity-driven mindset with a commitment to staying current on emerging threats and technologies.

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