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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior IT Security Engineer - **Company:** Breakthru, LLC - **Location:** Cicero, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $92,000.0 - $120,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cyber Security, Linux, Identity and Access Management, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Network Planning and Design, Network Protocols, Windows PowerShell, Security Information and Event Management, YAML, Scripting, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Platform System, Firewalls (Computer Science), Data Lakes, Information Technology, Automation Anywhere, Devsecops - **Published:** July 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gkj9xj ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in related field and/or equivalent training and work experience + Minimum of 5 years' experience in IT Security. + CISSP Certification + Expertise in networking protocols, administration of Windows and at least one Linux variant, and security technologies. + Proven experience with security tools and techniques. + Demonstrable knowledge of security, AWS and Azure cloud, and network design and implementation. + Demonstrable knowledge of data storage and management including data lakes and warehouses + Demonstrable knowledge of AI workflows and threats and risks to AI systems + Demonstrable knowledge of IaC including the use of HCL, YAML, or JSON + Basic scripting skills in two or more of the following: Powershell, Python, or Go + Basic scripting skills in Shell + Solid communication and cross function collaboration skills; able to coordinate and conduct meetings with other IT and business teams independently + Must be a results-oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as customer service skills. Able to create written detailed project plans, determine resource requirements, dependencies, and level of effort requirements + Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines + Analytic and Reporting skills + Utilize sound judgement and problem-solving skills + Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment Preferred Qualifications: + CCSP Certification + Master's Degree Physical Requirements: + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to remain in a stationary position at times; communicate, and operate a computer and telephone Competencies: + May help coordinate the work of junior members of the team. + Resolves issues which are often varied and non-routine. Undertakes analysis and investigation to solve issues. ## Description The Senior IT Security Engineer is responsible for planning, deploying, administering, and maintaining security platforms and technologies to protect the organization's IT infrastructure. This role involves independently executing security initiatives, coordinating tasks among security and IT teams, and ensuring systems are optimized and compliant. Key responsibilities include incident response, risk management, and collaboration to enhance security posture. Strong technical expertise, leadership, and communication skills are essential, along with relevant certifications like CISSP or CISM., This role follows a flexible hybrid schedule, with two days per week in the office and three days working from home. This role can be performed from most Breakthru Beverage office Location., + Coordinating the deployment, configuration, management, and retirement of security tools (e.g., firewalls, SIEM, PAM, ZTN, IdP, IAM, CSPM, DLP, Vulnerability/Exposure Management, CIEM, DevSecOps and SSDLC, etc.). + Monitoring and managing enterprise security systems, cloud environments, and SaaS environments for operational stability, vulnerabilities, and security incidents. + Providing deep technical analysis and support of security incidents + Managing the compliance of the enterprise environment with IT and security policies and standards. + Coordinating the evaluation of new IT and security products and services + Providing summary data, KPIs, metrics, and reports of the security products and technologies to management + Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder's supervisor, may also be required. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [CI/CD with Github Actions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/856-ci-cd-with-github-actions) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)