Senior Platform Security Engineer - Cloud & Incident Response

Gallup; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallup in Omaha is seeking a Senior Security Engineer for Platform Security to protect cloud and infrastructure across the enterprise. You will design secure platforms, lead incident response and collaborate with engineering to enable rapid, secure innovation.

The role emphasizes shift-left security, hands-on CSPM, Splunk SIEM tuning, and cross-functional leadership to strengthen Gallup's security posture while staying ahead of evolving threats.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information assurance, computer science or a related field required
• At least five years of full-time professional experience securing enterprise cloud and infrastructure environments required
• Deep experience securing one or more cloud platforms including Azure, AWS, Microsoft 365 or Oracle Cloud required
• Hands-on experience administering and tuning Splunk SIEM and EDR platforms required
• Experience performing CSPM reviews and infrastructure vulnerability assessments required
• Experience leading or playing a significant role in security incident response required
• Strong scripting experience using Python, PowerShell, Bash or a comparable language required
• OSCP, Microsoft Azure Security Engineer, AWS Certified Security – Specialty or similar security certifications preferred
• Experience using AI tools to improve security operations or familiarity with emerging AI-enabled threats preferred
• A commitment to working on-site at Gallup's Omaha office at least three days per week required

Responsibilities

• Advise infrastructure and engineering teams on secure design for cloud platforms, enterprise infrastructure and endpoint environments
• Design, implement and continuously improve security controls across Gallup's cloud and infrastructure environments
• Conduct cloud security posture management (CSPM) reviews and infrastructure vulnerability assessments across network, system and cloud environments
• Administer, optimize and tune Splunk SIEM and endpoint detection and response (EDR) platforms to improve visibility, detection and response capabilities
• Embed security controls, metrics and best practices early in infrastructure initiatives through a shift-left approach
• Lead and coordinate platform security incident response, providing calm, decisive technical leadership during high-impact events
• Develop scripts and automation that improve security operations, monitoring and operational efficiency
• Continuously assess emerging threats and evolving attack techniques, including those enabled by AI, and recommend practical improvements that strengthen Gallup's security posture

Skills

Cloud security

Scripting (Python/PowerShell/Bash)

Incident response leadership

Security design & architecture

Cross-functional collaboration

Ownership & initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity / related field

Tools

Splunk SIEM

EDR platforms

Job description

Gallup in Omaha is seeking a Senior Security Engineer for Platform Security to protect cloud and infrastructure across the enterprise. You will design secure platforms, lead incident response and collaborate with engineering to enable rapid, secure innovation.

The role emphasizes shift-left security, hands-on CSPM, Splunk SIEM tuning, and cross-functional leadership to strengthen Gallup's security posture while staying ahead of evolving threats.