Security Engineer

Addition Financial Credit Union; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with profit sharing contribution

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually

Generous vacation and sick pay

Paid parental leave and volunteer time off

Job summary

Addition Financial Credit Union is looking for a motivated Security Engineer to safeguard our systems and ensure regulatory compliance. In this role, you will develop security protocols, conduct audits, and monitor network activity, collaborating with IT teams to protect member data.

Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 5 years in IT Security, preferably within financial institutions, and hold relevant certifications like CISSP or CISM. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive workplace culture, aiming for impactful community service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in IT Security discipline, preferably in a financial institution or credit union.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GSEC are preferred.
• Ability to work well independently as well as in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security protocols to protect banking systems and data.
• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments.
• Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and respond to security breaches.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Firewalls

Intrusion detection systems

Encryption technologies

Job description

We are Addition Financial, a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, offering comprehensive financial solutions that help members achieve their financial goals. Shareholder profits do not drive us and never have. Since 1937, we have been on a mission to bring financial success and education to everyone and make a positive impact in the lives of our members and the communities we serve. And we want your help to make that happen. We are looking for team members who not only want to do meaningful, challenging work, but who also have a heart for service. If this sounds like you, keep reading and we'll dive into the specifics!

Summary

We are seeking a motivated and team-oriented Security Engineer to join our credit union. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring our systems operate securely and with the highest availability, while also ensuring regulatory compliance. You will work closely with other IT professionals to protect our network and data from threats, implement security measures, and respond to security incidents.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and implement security protocols to protect banking systems and data.
• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies.
• Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and respond to security breaches.
• Provide guidance on security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Anticipate security alerts, incidents and disasters and reduce their likelihood.
• Analyze and respond to security events to determine their root cause, including on-call rotation, and after-hours support when appropriate.
• Recommend and install appropriate tools and countermeasures.
• Define, implement, and maintain corporate security policies.
• Train fellow employees in security awareness and procedures.
• Coordinate security plans with outside vendors.
• Works with IT Management on annual security budget.

Requirements

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience in IT Security discipline, preferably within a financial institution or credit union.

Certifications

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) are preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well independently as well as in a team environment.

Other Characteristics of the Position

Physical Demands

• Sitting for long periods at a time.
• Regularly required to talk or listen.
• Occasional lifting of office supplies up to 20 lbs.
• Vision abilities including close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

• Must understand and follow a set of clear oral and/or written procedures without deviation.
• Performs repetitive routine tasks.
• Withstand moderate amounts of stress.
• Must adhere to a provided work schedule to meet a set of qualitative production standards.
• Perform tasks that vary little from day to day.
• Implements others’ decisions/procedures with little judgment required.
• Must relay information orally.

Working With Us

We’re continually recognized as a top employer because we understand people like you want more out of your career. Like making a difference in people’s lives and in the community. Being part of a team that supports each other. Feeling good about the time you spend at work each day. And being able to balance your life while also earning a competitive base salary and benefits, including:

• 401k with profit sharing contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage from leading insurance providers
• Continuing education and up to $5,000 in tuition assistance annually
• Generous vacation and sick pay
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Major holidays off including Federal holidays that many other industries don't observe
• Credit union benefits including reduced consumer/mortgage loan rates, free checks, and other financial services discounts

At Addition Financial, we accept you for who you are. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, protected veteran status, or disability/handicap with regards to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits, and any other areas of employment. Personal perspectives and beliefs are what helps our team members, and our company, grow as a whole and we seek to nurture that inclusiveness. We welcome our team member’s diverse viewpoints and work together so that everyone’s voices are heard. So, if you’re ready to take your career to the next level, Count Us In®.

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