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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Security Engineer - **Company:** HUB - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $135,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Query Languages, Domainkeys Identified Mail, Domain-Based Message Authentication Reporting and Conformance (DMARC), Domain Name System (DNS), Information Security Management, Networking Hardware, Python (Programming Language), Simple Mail Transfer Protocols, Routing, Windows PowerShell, Kusto Query Language, Shell Script, TCP/IP, Data Logging, Google Cloud, Office365, Layered Systems, Sender Policy Framework (SPF), Security Orchestration, Automation & Response, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://hubinternational.jobs/chicago-il/senior-security-engineer/b7a428c6249d4636b6ff40b5138605ba/job/ ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in technology or applicable experience. + Related certifications (e.g., GSEC, CISSP, GIAC, AWS) preferred. + 8+ Years of experience within information security operations in multiple roles. + 5+ years of experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure) and O365 services and technology + 3+ years of experience with security incident response and operations + 3+ years of experience defining, refining, and driving efficiency in operational processes + Extensive experience with, but not excluded to: TCP/IP, DNS, WAF, SEIM, and SOAR technologies. + Experience working with and managing Active Directory / MS Entra ID + Experience with SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and response) + Experience with KQL and SPL or other Query Languages + Experience with powershell, python, and shell scripting + Expert Knowledge of information security standards, principles, and practices required. + Knowledge of industry security standards, guidelines, and regulatory/compliance requirements related to information security such as ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, SOC2, PCI, SOX, etc. + Expert Knowledge of Windows Event and network device logging + Expert Knowledge of email transmission, routing, and authentication concepts including, SMTP, SPF, DKIM and DMARC + Experience in project management, systems design and integration. + Thorough knowledge of layered systems architectures and layered solutions and designs + The ability to interpret, put fourth recommendations for the best fit path of risk-management actions for foreseen and managing unforeseen impacts. + Excellent Prioritization, decision making, critical thinking, communication, and relationship building skills + Ability to lead and manage projects across multiple teams or groups. + Ability to work independently and in a team environment + Willingness to travel up to 10% of working time, Required Experience: 7-10 years of relevant experience Required Travel: Negligible Required Education: Bachelor's degree (4-year degree) ## Description In this role, you will manage multiple aspects of information security operations, response, and engineering. This position will contribute to a team focusing on the included, but not limited to, incident response, playbook development and execution, operational engineering, tooling maintenance, as well as being a key participant within Information security programs. They will work in close collaboration with all HUB IT teams to design and support effective Information Security Operations for Hub International. **Objectives of this Role** + Manages and is responsible for the successful completion of all tasks in assigned projects. + Contribute to Security Operations and Engineering Team focused on maintaining the security integrity of HUBs' mission critical suite of applications. + Available 24/7 for any critical security incident response that may arise which requires immediate resolution. + Work to ensure security tooling within HUB environments are operational and operating at needed levels of service and availability. + Contribute to practice continuous improvement in response playbooks and security tooling. + Contribute to operations KPIs to measure operational performance. + Maintains current knowledge of relevant information security technology and techniques, bringing forth ideas for modernization and improvement. + Ensure operational practices provide a sound foundation that utilizes tools and processes for rapid identification of security events to address and mitigate risks. + Engage with peers regularly on security operations functions, project status, activities, and achievements. + Contribute to "Continuous Improvement and Posture Management" efforts, in respect to HUB's information security tooling and systems. + Assist in plan, organize, and execute multiple responsibilities to achieve project goals and to move operational projects to completion. + Contribute to security requirements, standards, procedures, and reference architectures to comply with policies and technical standards. **Daily and Monthly Responsibilities** + Evaluation of vulnerability analysis, endpoint, and security tooling packages to ensure acceptable levels of efficacy are met. + Technical leadership of root-cause analysis for security incidents and events, establish preventive measures, mitigations, or remediations. + Contribute to weekly and monthly posture and response operations reporting. + Lead in the configuration of new/existing applications, infrastructure for needed telemetry for security operations. + Lead/Contribute to the analysis and recommendation of upgrades, changes, implementation specific to the HUB security tooling packages and services. + Support the HUB Information Security Governance & Compliance team as needed during risk assessments, internal and external Information Security Audits, and Vendor reviews ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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