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Senior Security Engineer - VIrtual

Alight Solutions
Chicago, Illinois, US
Full-time

This role supports services provided to the federal government or federal government contractor and therefore requires US Citizenship.

Proof of citizenship status will be required at time of hire.

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Alight Solutions is hiring a Senior Security Engineer with broad experience in the Cybersecurity Services portfolio to serve as a security champion within our organization.

The ideal candidate should be passionate about security and excited to promote and teach it within our organization. This role will collaborate with other cyber product owners, IT partners, and business stakeholders to help define, implement, and ensure our technology and processes are aligned to the cyber threats that could impact the company.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Coordinate with other Engineers and product owners to plan future efforts to reduce risk for the enterprise, based on threat probability, availability of resources, and competing efforts.
  • Delivery of complex technical risk topics to multiple levels of audience.
  • Conduct security reviews and audits of new software / applications, as well as existing software, and communicate audit results with stakeholders.
  • Assist in the creation of client ready materials.
  • Assist in the education of those in IT and the lines of business on cyber concepts.
  • Step in to assist with every aspect of Cybersecurity as needed. We are a tight-knit group, with many overlapping areas of responsibility.
  • Drive the development of technology roadmaps in traditional and cloud hosting environments.
  • Drive quality across cyber product domain solutions in support of enterprise security and client security requirements.
  • Help operationalize products and transition to the Operations.

Qualifications :

  • 6+ years of experience in technology and 4 of that in cyber security across multiple domains
  • Knowledge of all relevant threats and counter measures
  • Knowledge and experience with relevant compliance frameworks including, but not limited to NIST 800-53
  • Experience developing, deploying, and operating controls in a large enterprise environment.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Skills and Experience :

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science / information security.
  • Possession of industry-recognized security certifications
  • Familiarity with security frameworks and industry technology standards

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Alight is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive.

Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight’s employment policies.

Diversity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law.

Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities;

including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

Salary Pay Range

Minimum : 145,000.00

Maximum : 175,000.00

Pay Transparency Statement : Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, certification / credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography.

Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis.

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