Senior Security Engineer

Overview

Foley & Lardner LLP is a dynamic law firm that values its employees' unique contributions. The firm fosters an environment where professionals can grow their careers and enjoy fulfilling work. With over 2,300 dedicated individuals, Foley is known for its culture of happiness and success.

About the Role

Foley & Lardner is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join the Architecture team within the Information Security department. This role requires a strong background in security engineering, cloud security, and AI/Agentic AI security.

Responsibilities

• Engage in security architecture risk reviews with key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement advanced Cloud and AI Security solutions.
• Support and advance the Information Security technology roadmap.
• Provide recommendations for enhancing the Information Security program, policies, and control standards.
• Create and maintain Information Security standards applicable to all technologies in the portfolio.
• Work with the vendor community to ensure the appropriate combination of technology and features meets current and future security requirements.
• Execute on infrastructure threat and vulnerability management processes.
• Ensure security systems are upgraded by monitoring the security environment, identifying gaps, and implementing enhancements.
• Define, develop, and maintain metrics and measurements for information security controls and processes.
• Respond to security-related issues, problems, crises, and critical situations to support resolution and minimize downtime.
• Act as a senior-level point of contact for incident investigations and minor security events.
• Execute on the Information Security technology selection process, including requirements consolidation, testing, proof-of-concept, selection, and deployment.
• Support audits against internal and industry process, quality, and security standards; drive initiatives and remediation efforts to correct non-conformance.
• Provide Information Security consulting on security-related issues.
• Collaborate with peers to identify and implement improvement initiatives across the Firm, processes, and toolsets.
• Manage multiple, parallel projects using formal project planning techniques.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed or directed.
• Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• An Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a similar field, preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years in a professional technical Information Technology role required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience in Information Security with Cloud Security or AI/Agentic AI exposure required.
• One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, Microsoft Azure AZ-104 & AZ-500, CCSP, CCSK, CPT/CEH, or specialized certifications in Cloud Security or AI/Agentic AI Security, preferred.

Pay

The full compensation range for this position is $104,400 to $156,600 in Milwaukee, $114,800 to $172,300 in Chicago, Dallas, and other locations. The actual offered amount will be between the range minimum and midpoint based on education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Backup Care for Dependents

About Foley & Lardner

Foley & Lardner LLP is an Am Law 50 law firm with over 1,100 lawyers in 26 offices across the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia. The firm focuses on four primary sectors: Energy, Health Care & Life Sciences, Innovative Technology, and Manufacturing. Foley is committed to delivering innovative legal services and fostering a positive workplace culture.