Sr. Specialist, Security Engineer

Sr. Specialist, Security Engineer | Primient
About Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet.

We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

About Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet.

We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

About the role

The Sr. Specialist, Security Engineer protects the organization's information assets and technology infrastructure by implementing security controls, monitoring for threats, and responding to incidents. This role ensures compliance with relevant security policies and regulatory requirements while safeguarding theconfidentiality, integrity, and availability of data, supporting the company's ability to operate securely and meet its business objectives.

More specifically, you will:

• Monitor Security Systems: Continuously monitor security systems and logs to detect and respond to security incidents promptly and effectively.
• Manage Vulnerabilities: Identify, assess, and remediate vulnerabilities in systems, applications through regular testing and patching.
• Implement and Maintain Security Tools: Deploy and manage security tools, such as intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus software, and SIEM solutions.
• Develop Policy and Procedures: Create, update and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure consistent security practices across the organization.
• Conduct Security Awareness Training: Deliver security awareness training programs to educate employees about security threats and best practices.
• Support Audits and Compliance: Assist with internal and external security audits and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).
• Track Threat Intelligence: Stay informed about emerging security threats and vulnerabilities and proactively implement measures to mitigate risks.
• Perform Risk Assessments: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential security risks and develop mitigation strategies.

About You

Knowledge

• Cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)
• Network security principles and protocols
• Security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS)
• Current threat landscape and attack vector

Skills

• Incident response and handling
• Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Technical proficiency in security tools and systems

Mindsets

• Proactive
• Detail-oriented
• Adaptable and resilient
• Collabora…