Lead Cyber Security Engineer

Northern Trust

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On-site
Location
Chicago, IL
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Full-time
Posted
88 days ago
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About Northern Trust

Northern Trust is a leading provider of wealth management, asset servicing, asset management, and banking services to corporations, institutions, and high-net-worth individuals. Industry: Financial Services & Asset Management

Northern Trust currently has 107 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Lead Cyber Security Engineer

The Lead, Cyber Security Engineer joins the security team to design, implement, and support enterprise data protection and API security solutions. This role involves leading the deployment and optimization of Zscaler DLP, Microsoft Purview, and Broadcom Layer7 API Gateway across development, UAT, and production environments. Key responsibilities include managing high-availability architectures, performing root cause analysis, and integrating security platforms with SIEM solutions. The engineer must utilize skills in Linux/Unix and MySQL administration, network security, SSL/TLS, and Azure Security Services. The position requires driving automation through scripting and CI/CD practices while managing threat detection and incident response. This role solves critical technical problems regarding data encryption, gateway policy management, and maintaining secure, scalable infrastructure within a highly regulated financial services environment.

What you'll do

  • Lead the implementation and optimization of Zscaler DLP, Microsoft Purview, and other data protection controls.
  • Manage Broadcom Layer7 API Gateway installations, configurations, migrations, and administration across all environments.
  • Design and support high-availability architectures including clustering, replication, and disaster recovery.
  • Deploy and manage API security controls, gateway policies, and integration solutions.
  • Troubleshoot gateway, networking, database, and security issues while performing root cause analysis.
  • Monitor security events, investigate incidents, and support threat detection and response activities.
  • Integrate security platforms with SIEM solutions and drive automation and DevOps opportunities.
  • Develop operational runbooks, technical documentation, and upgrade procedures.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of experience in Cyber Security, Data Protection, Encryption, API Security, or Layer7 API Gateway.
  • Proficiency in Zscaler DLP, Microsoft Purview, Defender Suite, CASB, and Endpoint DLP.
  • Experience with Broadcom Layer7 API Gateway administration, upgrades, migrations, and policy management.
  • Skills in Linux/Unix and MySQL administration, network security, SSL/TLS, DNS, and firewall connectivity.
  • Experience with Azure Security Services, SIEM platforms, automation, scripting, CI/CD, and DevOps practices.
  • CISSP, CISM, CISA, GIAC/SANS, or cloud security certifications (preferred).
  • Work Authorization.

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