Security Engineer

WSGR

. Administer and tune the firm’s vulnerability scanning platform, maintaining asset coverage, authenticated scan credentials, scan schedules, and agent health .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $116,875 - $158,125 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in administering vulnerability scanning platforms and privileged access management, ensuring compliance with security standards and effective risk communication. Proficient in coordinating remediation efforts and maintaining security documentation while engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Vulnerability Scanning Platform AdministrationRisk Assessment Using CVSSPrivileged Access ManagementSecurity Documentation MaintenanceNIST CSF Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Information SecuritySystems AdministrationAsset TaggingReport BuildingCVE ReadingExploit AssessingPatch ManagementRemediation TrackingDashboard ProductionCompliance Maintenance

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsClear Communication

Tools & Technologies

Vulnerability Scanning ToolsPrivileged Access Management Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Security Certifications

Industry Keywords

NIST CSFCIS ControlsISO 27001Client Security RequirementsProfessional Services Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Vault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer and tune the firm’s vulnerability scanning platform, maintaining asset coverage, authenticated scan credentials, scan schedules, and agent health
Triage and prioritize findings using CVSS, exploit availability, asset criticality, and internet exposure
Produce recurring vulnerability dashboards and metrics for IT and security leadership
Supply evidence for client security questionnaires, audits, and assessments
Drive remediation end to end by assigning findings, tracking SLAs, validating fixes through rescans, and escalating stalled items
Coordinate routine and emergency patching with infrastructure, desktop, and application teams
Coordinate with the GRC team on risk acceptance and exception processes
Administer the privileged access management platform, including vault onboarding, credential rotation, session recording, approval workflows, platform health, and integrations
Enforce least-privilege and just-in-time access for administrative accounts
Conduct privileged account discovery and access reviews
Monitor privileged session activity and PAM alerts and investigate anomalies
Maintain security documentation with the GRC team
Perform related duties as assigned and maintain compliance with company policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
3+ years of hands-on information security or systems administration experience in an enterprise environment
Working knowledge of an enterprise vulnerability scanning platform, including agent deployment, asset tagging, and report and dashboard building
Ability to read CVE and vendor advisory details, assess real-world exploitability, and explain risk clearly to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders
Familiarity with NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001
Familiarity with patch and remediation SLA expectations typical of regulated or client-driven environments
Strong organizational skills and follow-through
Relevant security or vendor platform certifications are valued
Experience in a law firm or other professional services environment is a plus
Comfort responding to client security requirements, audits, and outside counsel guidelines is a plus
Clear written and verbal communication
Equivalent practical experience may substitute for the stated bachelor’s degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive salary and benefits package
Discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance