Senior Security Engineer

Mizuho; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Mizuho is seeking a Senior Security Engineer in a hybrid NYC role. You will lead initiatives around security platforms, govern configurations, and support SIEM, DNS, and network security tooling while collaborating with vendors and internal teams.

The role requires strong scripting (Python/PowerShell) and a background in enterprise security operations, with on-call responsibilities and a focus on delivering reliable security outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on security engineering experience.
• Experience upgrading and deploying security tools/platforms.
• Strong understanding of DNS/IP networking and network security.

Responsibilities

• Run and support projects related to security platforms.
• Develop and maintain governance documentation for platforms.
• Assist configuration, integration, and transformation efforts of security platforms.
• Troubleshoot reported issues with tools/platforms.
• Work with tools to support security monitoring use cases.

Skills

Splunk SIEM

Linux (RHEL)

Windows OS

Python

PowerShell

VMware

DNS networking

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science/Engineering/IT/Cyber Security

Tools

VMware

Next-Gen Firewall

SASE platforms

Job description

Join Mizuho as a Senior Security Engineer!

In this role you will be responsible for maintaining a variety of security tools including but not limited to: Endpoint Detection & Response, Security Orchestration, Network Security, Log Aggregation Platforms and related infrastructure platforms like Proxies, Domain Name System and Secure Access Service Edge technologies. You will also review the configurations of security related tools/functions that contribute to our overall security program.

The engineer will often serve as SME/Technical Contact on various projects and BAU activities. The ideal candidate should have experience of leading efforts around implementing and replacing security platforms within an enterprise environment.

The candidate must demonstrate an ability to learn new platforms and manage vendor relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Run and support projects related to various security platforms within the organization.
• Building and maintaining the governance documentation for the supported platforms.
• Support various configuration, integration and transformation efforts related to the security platforms.
• Troubleshooting of reported issues with tools/platforms.
• Work within tools to support security monitoring use cases and optimization
• Interface with vendors for support and information on products
• Support platform configuration

Required Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on technical experience with tools mentioned in the job description.
• Experience performing upgrades and deployment of tools
• Experience working with VMware (or similar), Next Gen Firewall and SASE platforms
• Experience with SIEM (Splunk preferred)
• Understanding of DNS and IP networking
• Strong troubleshooting/root cause analysis skills
• Self-driven – ability to take requirements/tasks and complete independently
• Strong communication skills to report on risks to the organization and project commitments/deliverables
• Understanding of the Incident Response life cycle is required as engineering may serve as an escalation point for Security Operations.
• Working knowledge of Linux (RHEL) and Windows OSes required.
• Ability to script/code to aid automation required – preferably Python + PowerShell.
• High attention to detail.
• Educational background with BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or similar
• 6-7+ years of experience in a similar or related position.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience working with the Financial Services Industry
• Previous experience in system/network administration, or desktop engineering a plus

Hybrid position in NYC. Required to be on-call.

The expected base salary ranges from $112k-$160k. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Other requirements

In office attendance is an essential function of this role. There is currently a requirement to be in the office a minimum 50% of the time, or five out of every 10 business days. Specific information about the requirements for your role will be communicated during the recruitment process.

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho’s 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.

Mizuho Americasoffers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in all of the jurisdictions where we operate. AA Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran.

Accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities and other covered reasons in accordance with applicable law.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing, as permitted by applicable law.