Senior Security Engineer II

Do you possess an understanding of security controls and their implementation within complex IT environments?

Do you have demonstrated experience in implementing and managing continuous monitoring programs for cloud-based systems within the Federal Government?

We may have the right role for you!

Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Business Services vertical, we offer a multitude of solutions focused on helping businesses of all sizes drive higher revenue growth, maximize operational efficiencies, and improve customer experience. Our solutions help our customers solve difficult problems in the areas of Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Terrorist Financing, Identity Authentication & Verification, Fraud and Credit Risk mitigation and Customer Data Management.

You can learn more about Lexis Nexis Risk at the link below,

The FedRAMP (Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program) Team is focused on analytics and security monitoring within Azure cloud environments. The team is responsible for monitoring and scanning the security posture of the FedRAMP boundary, which includes all Azure cloud subscriptions. The team coordinates with control owners (development, database, infrastructure teams) to ensure vulnerabilities identified in reports are fixed within FedRAMP-mandated timelines.

This position will analyze risks and help operate the enterprise security program. The position requires strong technical skill, to execute security processes with minimal guidance and help achieve operational efficiencies therein. Other responsibilities include handling service requests from the Business and Technology teams, analyzing/validating the requirements, defining the access rules, scripting the changes, and providing troubleshooting support related to any access issues.

The individual will assist with reviewing existing tools, applications, and processes to help strengthen and optimize current capabilities, as well as identifying any gaps or technical solutions to further enhance the team’s effectiveness.

• Extensive years of IT security experience
• BS Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required
• Programming and Automation:
  Python, Pyspark, SQL
• Data Visualization:
  Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Fabric, Power BI to create dashboards and reports
• Cloud Platforms:
  Proficiency in Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Tools and Frameworks:
  Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, Git Hub
• Data Management:
  Experience with ETL process, data warehousing
• Vulnerability management:
  Tools like Qualys, Service Now.
• SIEM:
  Tools like Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk
• Possess FedRAMP continuous monitoring experience.
• Understanding of the NIST Special Publication 800-53 guidelines and FedRAMP requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in client engagement and survey development.

• Promote and support compliance initiatives by authoring and enforcing security policies.
• Analyze and respond to security events, collaborating with peers to protect company assets.
• Design and implement security solutions to address emerging threats and compliance needs.
• Develop and manage security programs, including procedures, guidelines, and performance metrics.
• Communicate across departments to raise security awareness and share risk-related updates.
• Evaluate and improve security programs to enhance maturity and operational efficiency.
• All other duties as assigned.

U.S. National Base Pay Range: $93,400 - $155,700. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.

If performed in Illinois, the pay range is $98,100 - $163,500. If performed in Chicago, IL, the pay range is $102,800 - $171,300.

This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus.

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer to our US full- and part-time employees working at least 20 hours or more per week.

• Health Benefits:
  
  Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical,…