Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

• Cloud & Identity National Life Insurance Company
• 3.8 Addison, TX Job Details $112,500
• $165,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Benefits from day one Life insurance Qualifications Cloud identity and access management (IAM) Authorization controls implementation IT user and group management Public Cloud Technical solutions implementation Cloud service support Azure AD Data access controls implementation MFA Cloud compliance Microsoft 365 support Cloud solution engineering Access control management Implementing IT solutions Security technology solutions implementations Identity & access management Full Job Description Come join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies.

Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures. Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard. We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Role Summary The Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

• Cloud & Identity is responsible for helping ensure the security, reliability, and effective operation of National Life Group's cloud infrastructure and security platforms.

This role supports Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune, and Microsoft 365, with a focus on identity, privileged access, device management, authentication, and related security controls. The Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

• Cloud & Identity applies deep cloud-security expertise and strong technical problem-solving skills to address complex security challenges, implement and enhance security controls, remediate identified deficiencies, and maintain reliable access for users.

The role works independently within established policies, leads assigned areas of technical accountability, and partners closely with Security, Infrastructure, application teams, Audit, and other stakeholders to develop effective technical approaches and strengthen National Life Group's security posture. This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you will be in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Engineer, configure, administer, and maintain security controls across Microsoft Azure and related cloud services. Administer and enhance identity and access management capabilities across Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory. Implement and maintain privileged access management controls to protect elevated and sensitive access. Configure and support authentication and multi-factor authentication controls to strengthen account security while maintaining reliable user access. Configure, maintain, and support Microsoft Entra Conditional Access policies to enforce access requirements and strengthen identity-based security controls. Implement and maintain endpoint and device security controls through Microsoft Intune. Configure and support security controls within Microsoft 365 to protect enterprise applications, identities, and information. Design, implement, and enhance cloud security controls and technical solutions in alignment with established security requirements, policies, and standards. Analyze complex cloud and identity security issues, identify root causes, and implement effective technical solutions and remediation. Lead assigned areas of technical accountability for cloud and identity security, establishing methods and procedures for new assignments. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers and more junior engineers, reviewing their work for soundness and alignment with security standards. Lead cross-functional technical initiatives and set short-term goals aligned with department objectives for assigned areas of accountability. Partner with Security, Infrastructure, application teams, Audit, and other stakeholders to address security requirements, remediate identified deficiencies, and support audit and compliance activities. Develop and maintain technical documentation, configurations, procedures, and security standards for supported platforms and controls. Apply cloud security expertise to recommend improvements to security configurations, controls, processes, and technical approaches. All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 8 or more years of related experience OR advanced degree and 5 or more years of related experience OR 12 or more years of total equivalent work experience. Demonstrated experience securing Microsoft Azure cloud environments, including implementing and maintaining cloud security controls. Hands-on experience administering and securing Microsoft Entra ID. Hands-on experience supporting security capabilities and controls within Microsoft 365. Experience configuring and supporting Microsoft Entra Conditional Access policies and multi-factor authentication (MFA). Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls in enterprise environments. Strong technical problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex cloud and identity security issues and implement effective solutions. Preferred Qualifications Experience with identity and access management (IAM) technologies, processes, and controls. Experience implementing and supporting endpoint and device security controls through Microsoft Intune. Experience implementing or supporting privileged access management solutions and controls. Security industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent. Experience supporting audits, compliance activities, or security-control assessments and associated remediation efforts. Experience developing and maintaining technical security standards, procedures, and documentation.

AI Proficiency Expectations:

At National Life Group, we view AI as an enabler of human potential. We use AI to help us work smarter, serve more clients, and keep our promises, while remaining a relationship-driven business where our people are our greatest strength.

All applicants are expected to:

Leverage approved AI tools, where appropriate, to improve the efficiency, quality, and impact of their work. Stay curious and open to new AI-enabled ways of working. Exercise sound judgment by reviewing and validating AI-generated content. Maintain accountability for the accuracy, quality, fairness, and integrity of work products by adhering to National Life's AI guiding principles. Use AI responsibly and in accordance with company policies related to confidentiality, data privacy, security, compliance, retention, and intellectual property. Core Competencies Cultivates Innovation

• Fosters innovation by taking calculated risks; Work cooperatively with others to produce innovative solutions. Ensures Accountability
• Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and performance goals. Directs Work
• Provides direction, delegates, and removes obstacles to get work done. Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence
• Exhibits the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions and how emotions can influence others; Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and opportunities. Exhibits Critical and Creative Thinking
• Engaging thinking skills that focus on logic and reasoning to make decisions (critical) and innovative solutions to solve problems (creative). Leads Change
• Facilitates change and transition at the individual and team level; Develops strategic goals for aligning with change. Develops Talent
• Builds team(s) equipped for the future by applying coaching techniques for developing team members to meet their professional/personal goals and the organizational goals; Listens and responds with empathy; Asks thought provoking questions. Inspires Others
• Motivates and influences others by creating an environment where teams can do their best work; Partners across the organization to achieve results.

Benefits Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs. Check out the

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of a Career at National Life! National Life Group® is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT

• founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX
• chartered in 1955, and their affiliates.

Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604