Western Governors University
Senior Security Engineer
Raleigh, NC · Senior · Full-time
Work authorization required$131k-$196kDetected 7 days ago
AWSAzureCloud PlatformsCybersecurityPenetration TestingNetwork SecurityDetection EngineeringIncident ResponseFirewallZero TrustCommunicationProblem SolvingCISSP
About the role
- Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
- If selected, candidates will hear from a recruiter or hiring manager who will guide them through the process.
- We aim to communicate decisions promptly and respectfully.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with architects, risk professionals, and other specialists to build and integrate security tools and procedures.
- Implement tools, processes, and communications supporting security initiatives.
- Develop and maintain documentation for security systems and procedures.
- Evaluate, select, test, and implement security-focused products and services.
- Lead and participate in projects addressing security risks across technical domains.
- Continuously improve security practices and collaborate on new practices.
- Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations, practical problem-solving, and authentic collaboration.
- You will design and operate Zero Trust-aligned solutions, respond to security incidents, and partner closely with engineering and architecture teams to protect sensitive data and critical services for our learners and employees.
- Your work will directly support WGU's commitment to innovation and secure, modern technology experiences.
Requirements
- experience and training
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.
- Practical experience with security infrastructure tooling including Zero Trust Architecture
Nice to have
- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, GIAC, CCSP, CCSK, AWS security certifications, or similar, plus experience creating end‑user security documentation and operating guides.
Compensation
- $130,900.00 - $196,300.00
Benefits
- Experience in lieu of education
- An equivalent combination of training, experience, credentials, or accomplishments demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements.
Company info
- At WGU, our mission drives everything we do, including how we hire.
- We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission.
Equal opportunity
- Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.
- Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.
Visa & Work Authorization
- While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
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