Cyber Security Engineer (Remote)

About The Company At Emprise Bank, our core mission is to empower individuals and organizations to thrive by providing exceptional financial services and fostering a culture of integrity, passion, and success. We are committed to delivering an extraordinary customer experience that helps our clients achieve their personal and professional goals. Emprise Bank values diversity, inclusion, and community engagement, striving to create an environment where all employees feel valued and supported. As a trusted financial partner, we uphold the highest standards of security and professionalism to safeguard our clients' assets and data. About The Role The Cyber Security Engineer at Emprise Bank plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the security posture of our organization. This position is responsible for managing vulnerability assessments, data loss prevention strategies, identity and access management solutions, vendor due diligence, tier 3 end-user support, and incident response activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks. They will lead critical projects, conduct root cause analyses, and collaborate across teams to ensure the bank's information assets are protected against evolving threats. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with a passion for cybersecurity, a commitment to continuous learning, and the ability to build effective relationships with internal teams, vendors, and external partners. Qualifications College degree or equivalent education and industry experience Extensive knowledge of SIEM platforms, malware applications (e.g., Windows Defender, Symantec) Demonstrated expertise in threat detection and analysis Experience with patch management systems and Active Directory Strong understanding of vulnerability management, incident response, and forensic activities Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS (preferred) Knowledge of virtualization technologies like VMware and Hypervisor (preferred) Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Responsibilities Lead daily operations of the IT security program, including vulnerability scanning, threat detection, patch management, and security event remediation Stay current on emerging security threats and communicate findings to leadership proactively Conduct root cause analysis and lead project activities related to cybersecurity initiatives Develop and maintain identity and access management policies, ensuring least-privileged access is maintained Design, review, and test Data Loss Prevention controls annually; identify gaps and implement improvements Vet new vendors through security due diligence surveys and conduct annual reviews for critical vendors Own the security due diligence process, including documentation and platform management Serve as an escalation point for complex security issues, providing Tier 3 end-user support Design, recommend, and implement technical solutions to enhance security posture Document all incident responses, testing, and follow-up actions thoroughly Perform other duties as assigned within scope of responsibilities Benefits Competitive salary package Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans Retirement savings plans with employer contributions Professional development opportunities and ongoing training Paid time off and holiday leave Community involvement and volunteer programs A supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity Equal Opportunity Emprise Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team. We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities throughout the application process. Emprise Bank participates in E-Verify and is committed to compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations.