Cybersecurity Engineer

First Merchants Bank is seeking an Operations Analyst to join our team! This position will protect technological assets by establishing and enforcing system and network access controls. The Engineer will focus on the delivery of core security improvements and operations in partnership with IT and IS. This will include the management of firewalls, vulnerability assessments review and remediation, encryption methodologies, systems and network security.

• Manage, monitor and implement the corporate network firewall systems.
• Recommend enhancements and purchases based on industry best practices.
• Manage projects through planning an execution.
• Perform internal infrastructure and business application risk assessments to determine current state of security operations and identify areas that require additional focus.
• Review and consult with IT on various technologies including network security, logs, routers, switches, hubs, corporate applications and general cybersecurity related resources.
• Configure and maintain network firewalls in partnership with IT.
• Ensure all equipment complies with industry standards.
• Implement, maintain and monitor network security and performance.
• Engage in partnership with IT and recommend cybersecurity related enhancements across various IT systems and network.
• Perform periodic attestation, control and performance procedures as deemed necessary.
• Perform complex analysis on controls and logs to determine issues and report to management.
• Participate in Cybersecurity Operations on-call program.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in data security operating in a medium to large LAN/WAN environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science
• Over five (5) years of relevant work experience
• Technical certifications (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)).

• Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Additional Benefits

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."