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# IT Security Engineer - Team Lead in Mundelein

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Mundelein, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Cyber Security, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, PCI Data Security Standards, Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, Software Vulnerability Management, Mitre Att&ck, National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework, Information Technology, CIS Benchmarks, Qualys
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/it-security-engineer-team-lead-mundelein-32075215

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
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 * 5+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience, with deep focus on security technologies
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 * Direct administration experience with EDR or XDR platforms such as CrowdStrike, email security platforms such as Abnormal, vulnerability management systems such as Qualys or Rapid7, and managing MSSP partners.
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 * Proven experience managing incident investigations from detection through remediation
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 * Familiarity with Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, and Windows and Linux environments
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 * Experience leading projects or informally leading other analysts
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 * Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to brief management on technical risk
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 * Familiarity with NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and MITRE ATT&CK
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 * experience in a regulated financial services environment supporting FFIEC, GLBA, SOX, or PCI DSS requirements or other highly regulated environment
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 * Scripting and automation skills in PowerShell or Python is valuable