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Attain Finance · 5 hours ago

Senior Security Engineer

Attain Finance is one of the largest, fastest growing providers of short-term loans and financial services in the United States and Canada. They are seeking a seasoned Senior Security Engineer to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and ensure the protection of sensitive financial data. This role is critical in designing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions that meet the stringent regulatory and operational requirements of the financial services industry.

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H1B Sponsor Likelynote
Hiring Manager
Alex H.
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Responsibilities

Design and implement security controls to protect financial systems, customer data, and transaction platforms
Design, implement, and maintain security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR, firewalls, IDS/IPS, DLP, ZTNA)
Lead threat detection, incident response, and forensic investigations across enterprise environments
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards such as PCI-DSS and FTC regulations
Perform threat modeling and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate threats
Collaborate with IT, risk, and compliance teams to integrate security into business processes and technology deployments
Develop and maintain secure architecture for cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments
Monitor security alerts and logs using SIEM/SOAR tools (e.g., Devo, Sentinel, XSOAR) and respond to anomalies
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of security awareness programs
Participate in audits and regulatory assessments, providing evidence and remediation plans as needed
Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures
Collaborate with IT and DevOps teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments
Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies
Leverage AI and Large Language model technology to improve efficiency and increase security

Qualification

Information security engineeringNetwork securityCloud securitySecurity tools proficiencyScriptingAutomationCybersecurity frameworksSecurity certificationsAnalytical skillsZero trust architectureContainer securityIdentityAccess managementData encryptionProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master's preferred)
5+ years of experience in information security engineering
Strong knowledge of network security, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and endpoint protection
Hands-on experience with security tools and platforms: firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection, VPN, zero-trust technologies, etc
Proficiency with scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
Strong understanding of financial industry regulations and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK)
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are highly desirable
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred

Experience with zero trust architecture and micro segmentation
Experience with firewall technologies (Palo Alto)
Familiarity with container security (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM, SSO, MFA)
Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (Devo, Sentinel, etc.)
Hands-on experience with SOAR platforms (Palo Alto XSOAR, etc.)
Knowledge of data encryption, PKI, and secure key management
Experience with cloud security in AWS, Azure, or GCP
Strong communication skills for interfacing with auditors, regulators, and executive leadership

Benefits

Flexible Paid Time Off Program
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Disability
Other voluntary coverages
401k program

Company

Attain Finance

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Attain Finance offers consumer credit lending and personal loan services through multiple brands in the U.S. and Canada.

H1B Sponsorship

Attain Finance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (10)
2023 (3)
2022 (6)
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2020 (5)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$130M
Key Investors
Citizens Bank
2025-09-30Debt Financing· $130M

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