Senior Security Engineer

About the role

K&L Gates is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join the firm. The Senior Security Engineer develops, automates, and enhances security capabilities for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. This position provides senior-level expertise in security engineering, cloud security, detection engineering, automation, incident response, and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing, and enhancing enterprise security solutions across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments
• Developing scalable automation and orchestration capabilities to improve security operations and reduce manual effort
• Creating automation solutions utilizing PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, Microsoft Graph, and cloud-native technologies
• Implementing and optimizing Azure security controls, identity protections, encryption, and data security capabilities
• Integrating security controls throughout the technology lifecycle in partnership with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams
• Developing and maintaining security detections, analytics, correlation rules, and threat monitoring capabilities
• Enhancing security visibility through improved telemetry, logging strategies, and attack surface monitoring
• Applying threat intelligence and industry frameworks, including MITRE ATT&CK, to strengthen detection and response capabilities
• Leading or supporting complex investigations, threat hunting activities, and major incident response efforts
• Conducting security assessments, control validation activities, and supporting penetration testing initiatives
• Evaluating emerging security and AI technologies and recommending solutions that improve security maturity and operational effectiveness
• Leading technical initiatives, mentoring security engineers, and providing architecture guidance, standards, and documentation

Requirements

• Possess Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, OR equivalent experience
• Understand Zero Trust principles, authentication, encryption, identity security, and data protection concepts
• Possess knowledge of SIEM, EDR/XDR, identity security, cloud security, and enterprise security monitoring technologies
• Possess solid knowledge of enterprise networking, operating systems, network security, and hybrid cloud architectures
• Possess relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, GIAC (GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, GPEN, GWEB), Microsoft Security, Azure (AZ-500, SC-200, SC-100, AZ-305), Splunk, or CrowdStrike
• Demonstrate proficiency in automation and scripting using PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, Microsoft Graph, or similar technologies
• Have 7+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, cloud security, or related technology fields
• Work experience with Microsoft security and cloud platforms such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID, Purview, Azure Security services, or equivalent technologies

Skills

• Threat detection, incident response, threat hunting, and cyber threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Experience supporting or working within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment
• Designing, implementing, and improving enterprise security capabilities

Pay

The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The salary range is $112,000 - $209,000.

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
• Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
• Dental Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Vision Insurance
• Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
• Health Advocacy Services
• Paid Time Off (25-30 days per year)
• Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
• Parental Leave (18 weeks of which 6 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
• Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
• Paid Holidays (12)
• Addiction Resources
• Family Building Benefits
• Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
• 529 Deductions
• Relocation
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Programs
• Bereavement Leave