Information Security Engineer (Contract)

MBO Partners; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the independent economy is seeking an Information Security Engineer for a one-year remote contract. The role involves developing security measures, ensuring compliance, and educating staff on best practices. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Information Security Management and extensive experience in the field.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Information Security or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education, experience, and certifications accepted.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute security measures to protect information and systems.
• Ensure compliance with Credit Union policies and regulations.
• Design comprehensive cybersecurity architecture.

Skills

Operating System Security

Network Security

Network Protocols

Incident Response Handling

Information Security Frameworks

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security Management

Tools

Cisco: CCNA

Cisco: CCNP

Cisco: CCIE

GSEC

GCIH

GPEN

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

Job description

Information Security Engineer (Contract)

MBO Partners is a deep jobs platform that connects and enables independent professionals and microbusiness owners to do business safely and effectively with enterprise organizations. Its unmatched experience and industry leadership enable it to operate on the forefront of the independent economy and consistently advance the next way of working.

Position: Information Security Engineer

• Location: Remote
• Duration: One year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in developing, executing, and tracking the performance of security measures to protect information, network infrastructure, and computer systems.
2. Ensure full compliance with all Credit Union policies, including the Bank Secrecy Act, Patriot Act, and OFAC Policies.
3. Design computer security strategies and engineer comprehensive cybersecurity architecture.
4. Identify, define, and document system security requirements; recommend solutions to management.
5. Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain security infrastructure software and hardware.
6. Install software that monitors systems and networks for security breaches and intrusions.
7. Monitor systems for irregular behavior and implement preventive measures.
8. Assist in planning, developing, implementing, and updating the credit union’s information security strategy.
9. Educate and train staff on information security best practices.
10. Design and test remediation strategies with the IT Infrastructure team.
11. Perform other tasks as assigned by supervision.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security Management or related field, with 7+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and certifications.

Recommended Certifications:

• Cisco: CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE
• Security: GSEC, GCIH, GPEN
• CompTIA: Network+ and/or Security+

Skills:

• Deep understanding of operating system and network security best practices.
• Strong knowledge of network and security protocols.
• Understanding of network infrastructure and hardware.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies using documentation and online resources.
• Knowledge of Red Team and Blue Team security operations.
• Understanding of Information Security Frameworks.
• Working knowledge of incident response handling.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Potential requirement to complete a background check as a contractor.

MBO and Wipfli are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Please contact us at [e-mail] for assistance.