Lead Information Security Engineer

Lead Information Security Engineer
American Public Education, Inc.

As a Lead Security Engineer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our organization's digital assets and ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our information systems. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), you will lead a dynamic team of security professionals, driving the development and implementation of robust security measures to protect against potential cyber threats and vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement a comprehensive security strategy aligned with business objectives. Identify and prioritize security initiatives to enhance the overall security posture of the organization.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of security professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Provide guidance and support for skill development, ensuring the team remains well-equipped to address evolving security challenges.
• Security Architecture: Design, implement, and maintain security architectures, systems, and processes to safeguard sensitive information. Evaluate and recommend security technologies to enhance the organization's resilience against emerging threats.
• Incident Response: Develop and maintain incident response plans and lead the team in responding to and mitigating security incidents. Conduct post-incident analysis to improve future response capabilities.
• Security Awareness: Promote a culture of security awareness throughout the organization. Conduct training sessions and awareness programs to educate employees on security best practices and foster a security-conscious mindset.
• Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments, identify potential vulnerabilities, and implement measures to mitigate risks. Regularly assess the security landscape and adjust security strategies accordingly.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards. Stay abreast of changes in the regulatory environment and implement necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, development, and operations, to integrate security into the organization's technology stack. Collaborate with external security partners and vendors when necessary.
• Security Testing: Oversee and conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments. Translate findings into actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current on industry trends, emerging threats, and security technologies. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the overall effectiveness of the security program.

Requirements:

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in the field of information security
• Proven experience in a senior security role focusing on leadership and strategy.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and best practices (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS).
• Experience with security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, etc.
• Familiarity with cloud security principles and technologies.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar are highly desirable.

About Us:

Online, on campus and in the workplace, we provide higher education and training to our country's heroes - military service members, veterans, nurses, government employees, and motivated professionals that want to make a difference. American Public Education, Inc. educates service-minded students, ranging from the military, public service, federal agencies, and nursing communities, through American Public University System (APUS), Hondros College of Nursing (HCON), Rasmussen University and Graduate School USA (GSUSA).

It is the policy of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. American Public Education, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Transparency

If you are a resident of a state with designated pay transparency requirements and this role is available remotely, you may be eligible to receive additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role, which we will provide upon request. Please send an email to recruiting@apei.com.