TackleAI is a Chicagoland start-up software company established to create logical solutions to business challenges. Our diverse team of developers and data scientists combine powerful machine learning with computer vision and proprietary neural networks to turn unstructured documents into intelligible and immediately accessible data.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join our expanding organization. In this critical role, you will lead efforts to design, implement, and maintain robust security measures to protect our clients' infrastructure and sensitive information. As a subject matter expert, you will provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff members while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of security protocols throughout all aspects of our operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain secure network architectures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and other security devices
Implement and configure security solutions, such as identity and access management, multi-factor authentication, encryption, and vulnerability scanning tools
Conduct risk assessments, penetration tests, and security audits to identify potential weaknesses and recommend remediation strategies
Develop incident response plans and procedures, coordinate responses to security incidents, and perform post-incident analysis to prevent future occurrences
Stay current with emerging trends, threats, and regulations in the cybersecurity landscape and apply best practices accordingly
Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, external partners, and clients to address complex security challenges

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
CISSP or CISM Certification
Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity engineering roles, preferably within a consulting or managed service provider setting
Expertise in network security, endpoint protection, cloud security, and application security
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, compliance frameworks, and industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, GDPR)
Experience conducting threat modeling, risk analyses, and security assessments
Proficient in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash) and familiarity with automation and configuration management tools (Ansible, Terraform, etc.)

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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer