Information Security Engineer jobs in United States

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and controls to protect company assets.
• Conduct risk assessments and penetration testing to evaluate system security.
• Investigate security incidents, perform forensic analysis, and recommend remediation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST, etc.).
• Develop and manage incident response plans for cybersecurity threats.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to secure applications, networks, and cloud environments.
• Stay updated on emerging cyber threats and trends in the Fintech industry.
• Conduct security awareness training for employees to prevent phishing and social engineering attacks.
• Work with external auditors and regulatory bodies for security audits and compliance reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in cybersecurity, preferably in the Fintech industry.
• Strong understanding of firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM tools, and endpoint security solutions.
• Hands-on experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Knowledge of encryption, authentication protocols, and data protection techniques.
• Experience with SOC operations, threat intelligence, and incident response.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Security+ are highly preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex security issues.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple security incidents.