IT Security Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Serve as the technical lead for essential security tools, including SASE, firewalls, DLP/CASB, web filtering, Microsoft Purview, and email security.

• Develop, implement, and enhance policies such as TLS inspection, DLP, URL filtering, and email controls.

• Propel platform improvements through research, testing, and collaboration with vendors.

• Review changes to infrastructure and applications prior to deployment to ensure compliance with security standards.

• Conduct regular configuration audits across network, cloud, endpoint, and identity platforms.

• Maintain configuration baselines, audit frameworks, and operational runbooks.

• Assess and authorize security-related change requests within core platforms.

• Troubleshoot platform issues and collaborate with vendors to resolve incidents.

• Respond to alerts, assist with investigations, and participate in on-call rotations.

• Collaborate with Security, Infrastructure, and IT Services teams to enforce standards and enhance operations.

• Facilitate scalable support through comprehensive documentation and knowledge transfer.

• Contribute to security services that support customer-facing MSP engagements.

• Assist with regulatory compliance initiatives (NIST, FFIEC, HIPAA, PCI, etc.).

• Monitor risks, audit findings, and remediation activities for managed platforms.

• Maintain security policies and procedures to align with regulatory requirements and risk appetite.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to fulfill the essential functions of the job.

• 3–5 years of experience in security or infrastructure engineering.

• Practical experience with network security platforms (SASE, firewalls, DLP, web/email security).

• Familiarity with Microsoft security tools (Purview, Sentinel, Defender, Conditional Access) or similar platforms.

• Experience in reviewing configurations or performing security audits is preferred.

• Strong documentation skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

• Preferred Certifications: CISSP, Microsoft Security, Check Point, or SASE-related certifications.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Tax-advantaged healthcare accounts.

• 401(k) plan with a generous employer match.

• Income protection benefits.

• Individual learning & development budget.

• Robust time off plans and workplace flexibility.