Lead Security Engineer

Job Description:

AssetMark is a leading strategic provider of innovative investment and consulting solutions serving independent financial advisors. We provide investment, relationship, and practice management solutions that advisors use in helping clients achieve wealth, independence, and purpose.

The Job/What You'll Do:

The Lead Security Engineer is responsible for ensuring high security across our organization and our product and service lines. This is a great opportunity to build your career with a growing company.  The Lead Security Engineer will have the opportunity to work with various teams to help analyze technical requirements, define configuration specifications, and develop project plans. An ideal Lead Security Engineer candidate is someone who has background knowledge in cybersecurity with a passion for problem-solving.

We can only consider candidates for this position who are able to accommodate a hybrid work schedule and are close to one of our following offices: Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC or Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the technical lead and subject matter expert in designing, enhancing, testing, and implementing security technologies used throughout the organization.
• Provide technical support of information security technologies, providing problem analysis and resolution in a timely manner.
• Investigate and quickly resolve security incidents and recommend corrective actions related to incidents.
• Implement, configure, and maintain IAM Infrastructure including Active Directory, EntraID, and MFA.
• Perform scheduled and on demand vulnerability assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Perform threat modeling on key products and services by identifying threats and developing controls to prevent, detect, and respond.
• Partner with engineering teams to integrate and automate security at every level of the software and infrastructure development lifecycle.
• Provide security recommendations and solutions for infrastructure and applications in cloud environment.
• Perform special projects as assigned, while effectively managing time with competing priorities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Working knowledge and technical understanding of cloud service platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.)
• General knowledge of networking, cybersecurity frameworks, constructs, and auditable standards.
• Experience building and securing Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Hands-on expert with SIEM, SOAR, EDR, CSPM security technologies.
• Working knowledge and experience with scripting and programming (PowerShell, bash, python, etc.)
• Strong communication and collaborative skills

Education & Experience:

• 7-12 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, or information technology
• BS degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent degree
• Supporting certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, OSCP)
• Experience working with JIRA Project Management
• Experience working with IAM solutions (Active Directory, EntraID, Okta, etc.)
• Hands-on experience of CrowdStrike Falcon, Check Point Harmony, and Microsoft Defender
• Experience using AI technologies to enhance security posture

Compensation: The Base Salary range for this position is between $115,000-$135,000.

This information reflects a base salary range that AssetMark reasonably expects to pay for the position based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and actual work location. This position will also be eligible for additional variable incentive compensation and competitive benefits.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US to be considered. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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Who We Are & What We Offer:

We are AssetMark, a company on the move, shaping the future of financial services. Growth is in our DNA. Every day, we combine technology, insight, and collaboration to create new possibilities for advisors, for our people and for our investors. At AssetMark your ideas matter; they’re heard, valued, and drive meaningful change. Join a team that sets new standards and creates space for you to thrive and do your best work. 

Our Mission 

Our mission is simple: to help our 10,500+ financial advisors make a meaningful difference in their clients’ lives. We do this by combining powerful technology, holistic support, and expert consulting to help advisors run stronger, more efficient businesses. Backed by a comprehensive