Information Security Engineer (m/f/d)

Northern Data Group; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Data seeks an Information Security Engineer to strengthen governance and operational security across the organization. You will maintain the ISMS, draft and publish policies, and coordinate audits with IT, Legal, and Compliance.

Role involves risk assessments, metrics development, and overseeing security projects while supporting DLP, data classification, and incident response. Remote-friendly, global collaboration, and evolving security program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information security, Cyber Security, Computer Science or related discipline.
• 5-7 years' experience in Information Security, GRC, Security Operations.
• Familiarity with ISMS and ISO/IEC 27001.
• Experience with risk management methodologies and information security risk assessments.
• Familiarity with security compliance frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g. NIS2, SOC 2, CIS Controls, GDPR).
• Experience managing documentation, registers and workflows across enterprise platforms (SharePoint, Confluence, Jira).
• Experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP), information protection, and data classification solutions.
• Experience with data analysis, reporting, dashboard development and KPI measurement.
• Experience working in cross-functional environments with Infrastructure, IT, Platform Engineering, Compliance and Legal teams.
• Familiarity with Vulnerability management processes and security testing tools; SIEM and EDR concepts.

Responsibilities

• Governance: maintain ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS; policy lifecycle and publishing.
• Documentation: administer repositories and workflow platforms; version control and reviews.
• Registers: maintain Asset, Risk, Exception, and Action trackers; data quality.
• Risk: support risk assessments, treatment plans, and reviews.
• Metrics: prepare security metrics, dashboards, and management reports.
• Projects: coordinate security projects with stakeholders; track scope and milestones.
• Audits: lead audit prep, evidence collection, and remediation tracking.
• Security programs: support awareness, incident response, and reporting initiatives.

Skills

ISMS knowledge

GRC

Security operations

SIEM

EDR

Vulnerability management

Incident response

KPI reporting

Data loss prevention

Security governance

Policy documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in information security or related field

Tools

SharePoint

Confluence

Jira

DLP

Data classification

Job description

Job Description

The Information Security Engineer supports the Information Security function by delivering governance, and operational security services across the organization. The role is responsible for maintaining the Information Security Management System (ISMS), coordinating security governance and documentation, supporting audit activities, managing security-related projects, and assisting with the implementation and operation of securitAy controls and technologies. The position works closely with Compliance, IT, Engineering, Legal, HR and business stakeholders to strengthen the organization’s overall security posture.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Information Security Governance (Approx. 60%)

• Maintain and support the continual improvement of the ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System (ISMS).
• Own the lifecycle of security policies, standards, procedures and guidelines, including drafting, review cycles, approvals and publication via SharePoint and Confluence.
• Administer Information Security documentation repositories, knowledge bases and workflow platforms (SharePoint, Confluence, Jira), including version control, review schedules and follow-up on overdue actions.
• Own and maintain Information Security registers, including the Asset Register, Risk Register, Exception Register and Action Tracker, ensuring data quality and timely updates.
• Support enterprise information asset management and data classification, including governance of data loss prevention (DLP) and sensitivity labelling technologies.
• Lead audit preparation, evidence collection and logistics for internal and external audits; track findings, observations and corrective actions through to closure.
• Support Information Security risk assessments, treatment plans and periodic reviews across the business.
• Prepare Information Security metrics, dashboards, KPIs and management reports.
• Coordinate Information Security projects, tracking scope, milestones, risks, dependencies, actions and deliverables.
• Partner closely with Compliance, Legal, IT, Engineering, HR and business stakeholders on governance matters.

Operational Security Support (Approx. 40%)

• Support the implementation, configuration, administration and continuous improvement of Information Security technologies and platforms.
• Support third-party security assessments, due diligence questionnaires and supplier assurance activities.
• Support vulnerability remediation tracking, escalating overdue items and reporting on remediation progress.
• Support security incident response activities, including documentation, coordination, evidence collection and post-incident improvement actions.
• Support security awareness and communication initiatives.
• Support security reporting, KPI tracking and management updates.
• Provide coordination and administrative support to other Information Security team members.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in information security, Cyber Security, Computer Science or related discipline.
• 5-7 years' experience in Information Security, GRC, Security Operations.
• Solid understanding of ISMS and security governance frameworks (e.g. ISO/IEC 27001).
• Experience with risk management methodologies and conducting information security risk assessments.
• Familiarity with security compliance frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g. NIS2, SOC 2, CIS Controls, GDPR).
• Experience managing documentation, registers and workflows across enterprise collaboration platforms (e.g. SharePoint, Confluence, Jira).
• Experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP), information protection, and data classification solutions.
• Experience with data analysis, reporting, dashboard development and KPI measurement.
• Experience working in cross-functional environments with Infrastructure, IT, Platform Engineering, Compliance and Legal teams.
• Familiarity with Vulnerability management processes and vulnerability assessment tools. Security testing methodologies and tools (e.g. vulnerability scanning, security validation, or penetration testing support).
• Familiarity with Security monitoring, SIEM platforms, and incident detection concepts.
• Familiarity with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and endpoint security technologies.

Nice to have

• Basic Understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM), authentication, and privileged access management concepts.
• Basic understanding of networking, TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, and network security principles.
• Basic understanding of web technologies and web application security concepts.
• Basic Understanding of Cloud security concepts and shared responsibility models.
• Scripting or automation fundamentals (e.g. PowerShell or Python) would be advantageous.

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WHAT WE OFFER

With us, you will work towards the future of HPC : From new, sustainable building methods for data centers to cooling concepts to software solutions for accelerated compute.

Your approaches count : In official exchange formats or spontaneously at the coffee machine. At Northern Data, it's the best idea that counts - not the hierarchy. We're looking forward to getting your inputs!

You make the difference in the company: Unlike in established corporations, at Northern Data you will really help shape things. From implementing new departments, to optimizing processes and culture.

Best-in-class partners : The best work with Northern Data. This means a knowledge and time advantage from which your career and our customers benefit equally.

Green by heart : Sustainability is at the core of Northern Data. With us, you actively work on the carbon neutrality of datacenters worldwide. Beginning with our infrastructure and continuing with the solutions for our clients, we work towards a green future.

Home Office facts: Work with our international and virtual team flexible from home. And of course, your hardware wishes will be fulfilled to make your ideas for next level HPC come true.

Your wellness matters: At Northern Data we have regularwellbeinginitiatives that are designed to promote wellness, diversity, inclusion, and much more, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for our global team.