Senior Information Security Engineer

Planet Home Lending, LLC

. Assess, monitor, and assist with recommended improvements to security procedures for user access creation, modification, and removal .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in assessing and implementing security controls, managing security technology solutions, and ensuring compliance with information security standards. Proficient in collaborating on technology projects and providing technical direction for security-related initiatives.

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Information Technology ExperienceIT Security ExpertiseCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Information Security Controls KnowledgeNetwork Protocols Understanding

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Hard Skills

Security Technology SolutionsAuthorization Systems DevelopmentInformation Security Audit MethodologiesRisk ManagementEncryptionFirewallsIntrusion DetectionMicrosoft Windows ServerVMWare ServerMicrosoft Exchange

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteVirtual Private Network (VPN)Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)Veeam BackupMicrosoft IIS

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)

Industry Keywords

Data Privacy LawsComputer Crime LawsFederal Data Protection LawsSecurity ProceduresSecurity Risks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FirewallsVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess, monitor, and assist with recommended improvements to security procedures for user access creation, modification, and removal
Research and provide insight to identify, assess, and deploy security technology solutions internally and through vendors, including encryption, firewalls, authorization, authentication, intrusion detection, and gateway security controls
Assist with approval, tracking, and reporting of security exceptions
Prepare status reports on security matters to analyze security risks and vendor security-control responses
Monitor and proactively recommend solutions for issues related to security technology performance and vendor capabilities
Collaborate on critical technology projects to address security issues throughout the project life cycle
Design and develop centralized authorization systems controlling multiple applications
Serve as a technical subject matter resource and provide technical direction for security-related projects
Advise application development or acquisition projects by assessing security requirements and controls and ensuring implementation as planned
Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience required
At least four (4) years of Information Technology experience
Minimum 3+ years of relevant working experience, preferably in IT Security
Certified in one of the following: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)
Proficient with MS Office suite of tools
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of technological trends and developments in technology relating to security and risk management
Strong understanding of information security controls, risks and threats
Understanding of and experience with network protocols including switches, routers and routing technologies
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server environments, VMWare Server, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft IIS, Veeam Backup, and other enterprise-wide applications
Strong knowledge of enterprise security technologies, e.g., Virtual Private Network (VPN), Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), Encryption, Firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention, and Anti-Virus
Knowledge of information security standards, data privacy laws, computer crime laws, and federal data protection laws
Knowledge of information security audit and assessment methodologies, policies, standards, procedures and best practices