Northwestern Mutual · 4 hours ago
Sr DevSecOps Engineer
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $222K/yr
5+ years expNorthwestern Mutual is seeking a Sr DevSecOps Engineer who is passionate about security and enjoys collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role involves engineering solutions focused on automation, guiding application and engineering teams in data security, and managing the support of data security tools in various environments.
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Responsibilities
Engineer solutions with a focus on automation to reduce manual and repetitive tasks
Guide and advise application and engineering teams in the area of Data Security
Manage day-to-day support of Data Security tools integrated into our on-premise and cloud database environments (relational & NoSQL)
Manage technical support of Data Security capabilities and respond to service and escalation tickets within service-level agreements
Design, implement, and maintain procedures, processes, and methodologies that support DevSecOps capabilities
Actively monitor, assess, and recommend tactical and strategic initiatives based on new and emerging threats posing risk to our company
Stay apprised of current and proposed security changes impacting regulatory, privacy, and security industry best practices
Manage remediation efforts after security assessment findings outline weaknesses requiring attention
Mentor other staff members to ensure consistency, quality and productivity of deliverables
Qualification
Required
Passionate about security
A team player who enjoys collaborating with cross-functional teams
A great communicator (written and verbal) with an ability to articulate complex topics in a clear and concise manner
Employs a flexible and constructive approach when solving problems
Proficient with development and scripting languages, Python and JavaScript preferred
Strong knowledge of data security principles, encryption techniques, access controls, and secure coding practices
Experienced with infrastructure-as-code concepts and tooling, including Terraform and YAML
Continuously looking for opportunities to improve our processes and capabilities
Experienced working with application and engineering teams
A self-directed individual contributor
Engineer solutions with a focus on automation to reduce manual and repetitive tasks
Guide and advise application and engineering teams in the area of Data Security
Manage day-to-day support of Data Security tools integrated into our on-premise and cloud database environments (relational & NoSQL)
Manage technical support of Data Security capabilities and respond to service and escalation tickets within service-level agreements
Design, implement, and maintain procedures, processes, and methodologies that support DevSecOps capabilities
Actively monitor, assess, and recommend tactical and strategic initiatives based on new and emerging threats posing risk to our company
Stay apprised of current and proposed security changes impacting regulatory, privacy, and security industry best practices
Manage remediation efforts after security assessment findings outline weaknesses requiring attention
Mentor other staff members to ensure consistency, quality and productivity of deliverables
Preferred
Bachelor's or equivalent experience with an emphasis in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or an MIS related field
5+ years of experience in cloud and on-prem technologies (systems administration of Unix/Linux/Windows, AWS PaaS databases, database activity monitoring, DSPM tools)
5+ years of experience in development, infrastructure, or cybersecurity
Understanding of applicable risk management frameworks from NIST and Data Security Maturity Model
Experience with CICD pipelines to automate application and infrastructure code deployments
Experience with workload orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes
Understanding of a wide-range of cybersecurity capabilities including data security, security engineering, identity and access management, incident response, logging and monitoring, and penetration testing
Relevant certifications from GIAC, ISC(2), ISACA, and other recognized cybersecurity industry organizations
Benefits
Flexible work schedules
Concierge service
Comprehensive benefits
Employee resource groups
Company
Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to millions with life, disability income and long-term care insurance, and investments.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Chairman, President and CEO
Phil Odella
COO/CFO
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