Information Security Engineer

Information Security Engineer - Denver, CO

Are you a passionate Security Engineer who is excited about joining a highly skilled Cyber Security team for a leading global fortune 500 company? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then it is time to join Western Union as a Information Security Engineer in our Cyber Security Risk team.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

In this pivotal Cyber Security Risk Engineer role, will have in-depth expertise in cybersecurity risk assessment and mitigation. With strong analytical and communication skills, you will work independently to evaluate security vulnerabilities and develop risk management strategies. This role emphasizes both individual contributions and teamwork, prioritizing continuous improvement and effective stakeholder communication.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks, aligning with best practices and compliance requirements.
• Leverage various tools and methodologies to analyze the effectiveness of existing security measures.
• Collaborate with different departments and teams to integrate risk management practices into their operations.
• Provide guidance on security best practices to internal teams.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.

Role Requirements

• Ability to develop and implement technical solutions to mitigate identified cybersecurity risks.
• Security Tools: Experience with deploying and configuring security tools like firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions to reduce risk.
• Skill in implementing encryption technologies to secure data in transit and at rest.
• Understanding of cloud architectures in AWS, Azure, or GCP, and their inherent risks.
• Experience in implementing and managing cloud-native security features or third-party security solutions in cloud environments.
• Enhanced focus on ensuring that implemented security measures align with organizational policies and external regulations.
• Ability to employ tools and techniques to continuously monitor control performance and related risk factors.
• Ability to identify and catalog potential threats and vulnerabilities across the organization's digital assets.
• Familiarity with various risk assessment frameworks and methodologies like FAIR (Factor Analysis of Information Risk), NIST's RMF (Risk Management Framework), or ISO 31000.
• Skill in applying both quantitative and qualitative methods to assess and prioritize risks.
• Ability to develop, implement, and monitor risk treatment plans to mitigate identified risks.
• Understanding of relevant regulations like GDPR, CCPA, and others that may impact the organization's risk profile.
• Experience in conducting compliance audits to ensure that the organization's cybersecurity measures are in line with regulatory requirements.
• Skill in developing cybersecurity policies that align with compliance and risk management objectives.
• Ability to analyze large sets of data, possibly through SQL queries or using data analytics tools, to identify risk patterns.
• Basic understanding of network and system architectures, as they relate to risk points within an organization.
• Ability to assess the potential business impact of cybersecurity risks, often in monetary terms.
• Capability to communicate risk assessment findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior management
• Certifications preferred but not required: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control).

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next.

Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.

Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/.

Salary

The base salary range is $130,000 - 165,000 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary and short-term (15% of base), incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.

Benefits

You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your United States – specific benefits include:

• Family First Program
• Flexible Time off
• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Parental Leave

We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.

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