IAM InfoSec Engineer - Chatsworth onsite daily

Premier America Credit Union; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health care benefits

401k Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Premier America Credit Union seeks an IAM Information Security Engineer – Chatsworth onsite daily. You will design, implement, and maintain security controls across network, endpoint, server, cloud, and identity platforms to protect systems, data, and compliance.

Lead IAM framework development, support incident response, risk assessments, and audit readiness. Collaborate with IT, Infrastructure, and Application teams to embed security into daily operations and ensure FFIEC/NIST alignment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in information security engineering or related roles with access management experience.
• Experience with Active Directory and ITIL practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or related field.
• Certifications such as CC, CISM, GIAC, or Security+.
• Knowledge of identity lifecycle and governance processes.
• Experience securing Windows and/or Linux servers, networks, and firewalls.
• Experience with cloud security (Azure & AWS).
• Experience with SIEM, PAM, vulnerability scanners, and EDR.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls across network, endpoint, server, cloud, and identity platforms.
• Configure, tune, and support security tools including EDR/XDR, firewalls, IAM, MFA, and privileged access controls.
• Monitor security alerts, investigate, and support incident containment and remediation.
• Lead IAM framework development and collaborate with stakeholders to meet regulatory requirements (FFIEC, NIST).
• Participate in audit related activities pertaining to IT access for internal/external audits.
• Assist in risk assessments, vendor reviews, and exception requests.
• Drive continuous quality and process improvements within InfoSec and IT.

Skills

Active Directory

Agile

DevSecOps

ITIL

Cloud security

NIST frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security

Tools

SIEM

PAM

EDR/XDR

Vulnerability scanners

Jack Henry

Job description

IAM Information Security Engineer – Chatsworth Onsite Daily

Overview

• The IAM Information Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls that protect the credit union’s systems, infrastructure, and data.
• This role ensures security capabilities are preventive, detective, and responsive, while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. The engineer works closely with IT, Infrastructure, Cloud, and Application teams to embed security into daily operations and ensure audit readiness.
• Implements the enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) framework, governing how employees, contractors, and temporary staff are granted role-based access to systems and applications.
• Maintains the documentation for certification and accreditation of each information system in accordance with Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) requirements.
• Assesses the impacts on system modifications and technological advances. Additionally, review systems to identify potential security weaknesses, recommend improvements to amend vulnerabilities, implement changes and document upgrades and familiarization with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

What You Will Do

• Security Engineering & Operations: Design, implement, and maintain security controls across network, endpoint, server, cloud, and identity platforms.
• Configure, tune, and support security tools including (but not limited to): Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR/XDR), Network security controls (firewalls, segmentation, IDS/IPS) Identity and Access Management (IAM), MFA, and privileged access controls Vulnerability management and configuration hardening tools.
• Monitor security alerts, investigate suspicious activity, and support incident containment and remediation efforts.
• Vulnerability & Threat Management : Work with IT teams to prioritize remediation based on risk, exposure, and business impact. Track remediation progress and validate corrective actions.
• Incident Response & Resilience team membership: Participate in security incident response activities, including detection, investigation, containment, and recovery, forensic data collection and evidence preservation as required. Provide technical input into risk assessments, vendor reviews, and exception requests.
• Review system designs and architecture for security risks and control gaps.
• Develop and implement IAM framework. Partner with various stakeholders in the credit union to ensure that proposed processes meet regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Help team members to determine security requirements for business processes and technology systems based upon generally accepted risk analysis methods, functional and performance requirements, information security architecture principles, and market-leading solutions.
• Support the team in the creation, tracking, and completion of any compliance findings related to identity and access management.
• Participate in audit related activities as they pertain to IT access for internal and external audits.
• Stays abreast of changes and improvements in systems and technology.
• Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with Company personnel and with Management.
• Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
• Completes required reports, records, and other documentation.
• Assumes responsibility for ensuring professional business relations exist with vendors and trade professionals.
• Ensures requests, questions and problems are courteously and professionally resolved. Ensures communications are efficient and effective.
• Completes required reports, records, and other documentation.
• Help drive continuous quality and process improvement within InfoSec and IT.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in information security engineering, infrastructure security, or related roles with experience in developing and implementing access management frameworks.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Active Directory and Agile, DevSecOps and ITIL practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Certification required in one or more of the following: ISC2 Cybersecurity (CC), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), GIAC or Security+.
• Knowledge of identity lifecycle and governance processes. Understanding of Technology and solutions for financial services such as Jack Henry.
• Cross-functional understanding of the organization and all lines of business.
• Hands on experience securing, Windows and/or Linux server environments, Network infrastructure and firewalls.
• Identity systems and privileged access management. Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles including least privilege, defense in depth.
• Ability to document technical controls clearly for audit and executive audiences.
• Experience in a financial institution or highly regulated environment. Familiarity with ISO, NIST Cybersecurity Frameworks, CIS Controls, or similar standards.
• Experience with cloud security (Azure & AWS). Security certifications such as ISC2 CC/ SSCP/CCSPCISM, GIAC, Security+, or vendor specific credentials.
• Experience supporting security tooling such as SIEM, PAM, vulnerability scanners, and/or EDR platforms.
• Extremely detailed oriented.
• Ability to think outside the box to create unique solutions to specific needs.
• Powerful oral, written and presentation capabilities adapted to communicate clearly and concisely with executive, business, and technical audiences.

Pay Grade Info

The base pay range for this position is: 130-140k annually.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled

Drug-free Workplace

Perks Important to You

Our Team Members enjoy the following rewards and benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Subsidized health care including medical, dental and vision
• FSA and HSA
• Company-Paid Life and A&D insurance
• Discounts on loans (must be a member)
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick time
• 401k Retirement Saving Plan with a 6% safe harbor employer match
• Educational Assistance Program and more!