Security Engineer

About the role

Join Pentair, a team of passionate problem-solvers committed to the future of our planet. We help sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water—life's most essential resource—through residential water filtration, industrial water management, pool products, and more. With 9,000 global employees serving customers in over 150 countries, you’ll contribute to smart, sustainable water solutions while ensuring all systems are securely designed, implemented, and monitored. This role reports to the Senior Information Security Manager – Security Engineering and Operations and works globally across the enterprise and business units.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage security tools in alignment with industry best practices and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with IT and application teams to integrate security controls into system designs.
• Automate security processes and tool integrations using scripting and orchestration platforms.
• Monitor and maintain the health and performance of security tools.
• Manage updates, patches, and upgrades to ensure tools remain effective and secure.
• Tune and optimize tools to reduce false positives and improve detection capabilities.
• Support incident response efforts by providing tool-based insights.
• Maintain clear documentation for tool configurations, processes, and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree plus 3+ years of security engineering, architecture, operations, or relevant technical experience.
• Hands-on experience with security tools and Microsoft security solutions (CrowdStrike, Defender, Purview, Sentinel).
• Strong understanding of network security, endpoint protection, and cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation is preferred.
• CISSP, GSEC, CEH, or vendor-specific certifications (e.g., AWS Security Specialty, Splunk Certified Admin) are preferred.

Skills

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving mentality.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities at a time.
• Attention to detail and a proactive mindset.

Pay

For this full-time position in Golden Valley, MN, the anticipated annualized base pay range is $82,300 – $158,200 per year. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, education, certifications, and relevant business needs. This position may also be eligible for an annual incentive bonus and other forms of compensation.

Benefits

• Health benefits to keep you and your family protected.
• Generous 401(k) plan.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Disability, life, critical illness, and accident insurance.
• Parental and caregiver leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off and wellness programs for work/life balance.