Sr Security Engineer (Information Technology)

We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture

Ascend Learning is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning.

Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers.

We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.

Ascend Learning leads the way in innovation and solution creation to improve outcomes and deliver results for students, educators, and healthcare workers in the ever-changing field of healthcare. We offer advanced resources that drive nursing success, empower front-line certified allied health workers, help physicians pass boards and stay current, and provide education management tools for medical education programs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The Senior Security Engineer will contribute to protecting Ascend Learning from threats and vulnerabilities through identification, validation, remediation tracking, and communication processes. In this critical role the Information Security team will provide technical security expertise in vulnerability management, threat management and other security domains. The ideal candidate will possess a thorough understanding of current and emerging attack techniques, vulnerability management platforms, container architecture and security best practices and is able to offer and develop solutions. This position will report to the Senior Director of Information Security.

WHERE YOU'LL WORK

This position offers the flexibility of remote work within the continental United States.

HOW YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME

• Administers vulnerability platforms and processes to ensure all program functions are effective in identifying threats and vulnerabilities that could impact Ascend Learning operations, data, and systems.
• Accountable for managing critical vulnerability processes and producing reports within defined SLAs.
• Provides technology security expertise and recommendations on vulnerability identification strategies and solutions for key programs and issues.
• Research and analyze known system exploits and vulnerabilities to support methodology development and execution.
• Collaborates across Information Security organization, other Ascend technology teams, and third-party vendors to ensure information is being shared, processes, and defenses are updated accordingly.
• Ensures appropriate operations documentation is maintained and procedures are validated on an ongoing basis.
• Platform maintenance or security incident support require after-hours assistance.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field is preferred.
• Applicants should possess 10+ years of demonstrated experience in cybersecurity, network engineering, software development, and/or infrastructure engineering. Seven of the years must include hands on experience in one or many of the following areas - threat intelligence, vulnerability management, pen testing, and/or ethical hacking.
• 5+ years' experience administering vulnerability scanning solutions such as Rapid7, Qualys, or Tenable scanning is required.
• 3+ years working with container technologies and vulnerabilities is required.
• 3+ years leading vulnerability management operations and programs is desired.
• Demonstrated success in developing, operating, and implementing security solutions and functions.
• Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK and OWASP frameworks is desired.
• Understanding of malware and common attack types is desired.
• Certifications: CEH or related training is preferred.
• Proactive attitude towards anticipating problems, implementing solutions, and accomplishing goals.
• Ability to work under pressure and apply critical thinking skills to meet project deadlines or operational SLAs.
• Proven ability to communicate risks, solutions, and recommendations to complex problems to different audiences.
• Ability to work with diverse and geographically dispersed teams.
• Self-starter and ability to quickly shift priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills as well as strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable educating employees on security best practices with technical and non-technical backgrounds.
• Willingness to perform various roles when required to achieve results.

BENEFITS

• Flexible and generous paid time off
• Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) employer matching program
• Parental leave
• Wellness resources
• Charitable matching program
• Hybrid work
• On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
• Community outreach groups
• Tuition reimbursement

Fostering A Sense of Belonging

We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued and be their authentic selves. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.

About Ascend Learning

As a tech-enabled services company, Ascend Learning is a national leader in developing and delivering data-driven online educational content, software, assessments, analytics, and simulations serving institutions, students and employers across healthcare, fitness and wellness, public and workplace safety, skilled trades, insurance, financial services, cybersecurity, and higher education. We're committed to accelerating the learning pathways that can move people into careers where they have the knowledge and skills to have an impact and help change lives in the communities they serve. Headquartered in Burlington, MA with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's 2023 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

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