Security Engineer II: Risk & Defenses

Avnet; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Avnet is seeking an experienced information security professional to design, implement, and safeguard information systems assets and data. The role interfaces with user communities to identify security needs and enforces security policies while monitoring compliance.

The ideal candidate will conduct risk assessments, publish security standards, and advise on improvements. Strong communication and team collaboration are essential to protect critical resources.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of information security experience or equivalent.
• Ability to analyze complex systems and identify risks.
• Experience communicating security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and security standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security risk assessments and audits and identify vulnerabilities.
• Develop and publish security policies and standards.
• Ensure GDPR/compliance across data security programs and regulations.
• Enforce security standards and monitor adherence.
• Provide guidance on information security threats and mitigations.
• Identify intrusions and propose improvements based on findings.
• Evaluate security technologies (DLP, firewalls, encryption, IDS).
• Share knowledge with employees and stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Crowdstrike

Cribl

Netskope

ArmorCode

Job description

Avnet is seeking an experienced information security professional to design, implement, and safeguard information systems assets and data. The role interfaces with user communities to identify security needs and enforces security policies while monitoring compliance.

The ideal candidate will conduct risk assessments, publish security standards, and advise on improvements. Strong communication and team collaboration are essential to protect critical resources.