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Career Insights for Cyber Security Engineer
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What they do
A Cyber Security Engineer designs systems that protect the security of large databases, including databases with customer information and patient files. Examines client computer systems, identifies weak points in security, develops and implements new systems, monitors and responds to security issues.
$109,450 / year median in Illinois
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description The Principal ISSE serves as the senior technical authority for security engineering, STIG compliance, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity operations across mission-critical systems. This role establishes security standards and configuration baselines, leads complex security assessments, and drives enterprise remediation efforts using tools such as CyberArk and Tenable. The Principal ISSE provides strategic guidance on security risks, emerging threats, and mitigation strategies while championing automation and engineering best practices. Additionally, this position mentors the ISSE team, supports technical development, and helps shape the overall cybersecurity strategy and direction of the program. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.
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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements- Active clearance (TS preferred)
- 3 years of security engineering experience in DoD or federal environments
- Expert proficiency across STIGviewer, SCAP, Tenable SC, Tenable Cloud Security, and CyberArk PAM
- Mastery of DoD STIG processes, NIST SP 800-53r5 technical controls, and vulnerability management frameworks
- Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-level security engineering programs
- Proven track record mentoring and leading security engineering teams
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering Experience with