Konnect IT Group, Inc. ยท 3 months ago
Senior Information Security Engineer / Analyst
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expKonnect IT Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer / Analyst with advanced expertise in safeguarding enterprise systems and data. The role involves leading security initiatives, managing vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance with industry frameworks while providing mentorship to junior analysts.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyIT Infrastructure
Responsibilities
Lead administration of firewalls, IPS/IDS, SIEM platforms, and SOC tools
Oversee vulnerability management programs and ensure timely remediation
Direct incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and lessons learned
Perform and supervise risk assessments and security assessments
Design and implement Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) models
Manage cloud security controls , encryption technologies, and key management
Develop and enforce change management and configuration management practices
Script automation for monitoring, remediation, and reporting using PowerShell, Python, or VB Script
Ensure compliance with NIST, CIS, and SOC 2 frameworks
Provide mentorship to junior analysts and collaborate with business leaders on security strategy
Qualification
Required
more than six years of experience safeguarding enterprise systems and data
advanced expertise in firewalls, IPS/IDS, vulnerability management, and remediation
strong hands-on experience with incident response, risk assessment, and security assessment
proficiency with scripting (PowerShell, Python, VB Script) for automation
experience with DevOps security practices
strong knowledge of SIEM platforms, SOC tools, and log management
expertise in cloud security, encryption methods, and secure architecture
proven knowledge of compliance frameworks: NIST, CIS, SOC 2
practical experience implementing ZTNA in enterprise environments
Preferred
leadership experience managing or guiding Security Operations Center (SOC) teams/tools
familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and advanced detection techniques
knowledge of penetration testing, red team/blue team operations
experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning from a security perspective
ability to develop security roadmaps and influence enterprise security strategy
strong communication and leadership skills to engage both technical and executive stakeholders
Company
Konnect IT Group, Inc.
KonnectIT combines a unique combination of information technology services, staffing solutions, advisory/consulting, training, and products to clients.
11-50 employees
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