Cybersecurity Engineer

Cullerton Group has a new opportunity for a Cybersecurity Engineer 3. The work will be done onsite in Peoria, IL, Irving, TX, or Nashville, TN
. This is a long-term position that can lead to permanent employment with our client. Compensation is up to $85/hr + full benefits (vision, dental, health insurance, 401k, and holiday pay).

Cullerton Group is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support the execution and continuous improvement of an enterprise cyber risk management program. This role focuses on cyber risk analysis, risk register management, executive communications, and risk acceptance facilitation. The successful candidate will work closely with leadership and stakeholders to translate technical cybersecurity risks into business impacts while helping drive risk management process improvements across the organization.

• Facilitate cyber risk acceptance and awareness discussions with senior leadership and business stakeholders
• Perform qualitative cyber risk assessments, including likelihood and impact analysis using scenario-based methodologies
• Maintain and manage the cyber risk register, tracking remediation activities and risk acceptance decisions
• Evaluate control effectiveness and provide risk-based recommendations to reduce organizational risk exposure
• Support the design, enhancement, and maturation of cyber risk management processes and governance programs

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience in cyber risk, IT risk, information security risk, or a related field (7+ years required without a degree)
• Experience managing cyber or IT risk programs, risk registers, and remediation tracking activities
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage senior leadership and executive stakeholders
• Ability to translate technical cybersecurity concepts into business risk language and actionable recommendations
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity controls, risk scenarios, and risk management principles

• Experience with qualitative cyber risk analysis methodologies
• Familiarity with FAIR (Factor Analysis of Information Risk) methodologies
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or similar standards
• Experience with Service Now IRM or other Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, or CRISC

This position offers the opportunity to influence and strengthen an enterprise cyber risk management program while working directly with leadership on strategic risk decisions. You will gain exposure to risk governance, executive communications, cybersecurity frameworks, and program development initiatives that drive meaningful business outcomes. Cullerton Group provides a professional environment with growth potential and long-term career opportunities.