As a hands-on role, the Senior Security Engineer is to collaborate with all parts of the organization. The role is responsible for cybersecurity controls, and processes to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover to protect the organization and its assets. The focus is Fortra globally and our product lines. This includes collaborating on risk management, supply chain security, security assessments, identity and access management, and security awareness.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead detailed project and product security assessments as part of vendor risk management
• Support projects across various departments, facilitating the implementation of new software and tools from the requirements gathering phase through to full implementation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand security needs, evaluate security implications of proposed solutions, and ensure that security requirements are integrated into the project lifecycle from inception to delivery.
• Build and manage long-term relationships with internal departments to drive a security-first mindset across the organization
• Guide the implementation of strong identity and access management solutions and processes
• Support internal security initiatives such as vulnerability management, security awareness, and security standards
• Design, implement, and manage internal control assessment processes (e.g. internal audits) and participate in audit evidence gathering
• Oversee IT risk register and facilitate the prioritization and impact rankings
• Be a resource to recommend strategies, controls, and advise of risks to the company
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• CISSP or equivalent
• Working knowledge of security technologies and best practices
• Ability to identify potential risks within business practices and communicate IT risks in business terms
• Capable of taking ownership and executing projects and initiatives independently
• Aptitude and strong desire to engage in communication and cultivate relationships with internal stakeholders across the organization and external vendors.
• Experience with M&A activity, global risks, and software development practices
• Advanced analysis and problem-solving abilities
• Collaborative team member with great communication and interpersonal skills