At Arctic Wolf youwontjust watch the cybersecurity industry evolve youllhelp lead the change. Our global Pack is made up of people who thrive on solving hard problems moving fast and building technology that protects organizations around the world.Wereproud to be recognized by Forbes CNBC Fortune CRN Bartner PeerInsightsand IDCMarketScape but what matters most is the work behind it: delivering real outcomes for customers through award winning innovation like our AuroraPlatform.
Ifyourelooking for meaningful work smartteammatesand the chance to make a real impact in a high-growth company thats redefining security operationsArctic Wolf is the right place for you!
Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. Were looking fora/aninsert job titleto be part of makingthis/thathappen.
Position Overview and Objective
The Lead Security Engineer role is responsible for the implementation and operation of security technology used in the protection of Arctic Wolf. This role will work closely with our Security Architecture team to deploy and operationalize critical technical security capabilities.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Provide critical input into the selection of security technologies in line with strategic and tactical objectives.
Implement and configure off-the-shelf security technologies in the Arctic Wolf internal environment.
Create technical approaches to implementing security control technologies.
Continually strive for improved integration between technologies to enhance capabilities from existing investments.
Build. Run. Retire. Repeat.
Work closely with vendors for outsourced solutions. Review vendor solutions and recommendations.
Contribute to a world-class security program that supports Arctic Wolfs tremendous growth.
Key Skills
Security Architecture & Design
Designs scalable security architectures across cloud (AWSexperience is critical; GCP/Azureis anice-to-have) and onprem environments.
Strong understanding of network security patterns zerotrust principles and segmentation strategies.
Experienced with Palo Alto SASEfirewallpolicy engineering and endpoint protection technologies.
Security Tooling & Automation
Builds andmaintainsautomation for security workflows using scripting and APIs (Python Bash).
Leads implementation and optimization of enterprise security tooling (EDR CSPM logging/monitoring scanning platforms).
Develops integrations to improve signal quality reduce operational overhead and strengthen detection coverage.
Vulnerability Management
Owns vulnerability management processes ensuring broad scanning coverageaccurateasset identification and reliable data pipelines.
Interprets vulnerability data to drive prioritized remediation with engineering and infrastructure teams.
Guides improvements to scanning strategy reporting and exception handling.
Security Exceptions & Risk Assessment
Performs structured security risk assessments for exception requestsidentifyinggapsand recommending compensating controls.
Partners with stakeholders to ensure exceptions are tracked justified and aligned with risk tolerance.
M&A Due Diligence & Integration
Leads or contributes to security due diligence for acquisitions focusing on core control maturity and inherited risks.
Drives postmerger integration of systems access models and security tooling to align with organizational standards.
Key Competencies
Strategic Technical Judgment:Balances practical engineering constraints with securityobjectivesto recommend effective solutions.
Influence & Collaboration:Works crossfunctionally to align teams on security priorities and drive adoption of controls.
System-Level Thinking:Understands how technologies interact anddesignsintegrated security capabilities across the stack.
Proactive Problem Solving:Identifiesgaps early and leads efforts to close them through process architecture or tooling improvements.
Operational Ownership:Ensures security controls are implementedmonitored andmaintainedto high reliability standards.
Clear Communication:Providesconcise guidance to both technical and nontechnical partners including during escalations or risk discussions.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Information Systems Engineering or related technical field; or equivalent experience.
5 years of experience in security and infrastructure engineering including assessing and escalating to vendors for troubleshooting purposes.
Strong experience in deploying security technologies such as firewalls IDS/IPS content filters Anti-Malware EDR etc.
Strong experience with setup and administration of Linux systems.
Good experience in network design and topology especially zoning routing VLANs WiFi security etc.
Preferred Qualifications
Environment and Physical Demands
Work is primarily sedentary in nature and can be executed sitting or standing positions in an office environment.
Requires ability to utilize technology related to using a keyboard verbal communication and work with device screens which require visual acuity.
If located in a company office often requires the mobility to physically navigate the space.
In the event of business travel mobility sufficient to utilize public and private transport and navigate to essential locations.
May include moving or lifting of 25 pounds or less (e.g. office chair reams of paper).
Travel Requirements
Typically 10% or less of business travel
On-Camera Policy
To support a fair transparent and engaging interview experience candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews. Being on camera fosters authentic connection improves communication and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers. We understand that technical bandwidth or location-related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies candidatesare required tonotify usin advance so we can exploreappropriate accommodations.
At Arctic Wolf we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought background and culture. This is reflected in our multiple awards includingTop Workplace USA(2021-2025)Best Places to Work USA(2021-2025)Great Place to Work Canada(2021-2024)Great Place to Work UK(2024-2026) andKununuTop Company Germany(2024-2026). Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction with over10000 customers worldwide and more than 2000 channel partners globally. As we continue to expand globally and enhance our technology Arctic Wolfremainsthe most trusted name in the industry.
Our Values
Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity andinclusion andtruly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate thatby protectingpeoplesand organizations sensitive data andseekingto end cyber risk we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good.
We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unityhere.
We also believe and practice corporate responsibility and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.
All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages including:
Equity for all employees
Flexible annual leave paid holidays and volunteer days
Training and career development programs
Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical insurance for you and your family life insurance (3x compensation) and personal accident insurance.
Fertility support and paid parental leave
Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex orientation national origin age disability genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal provincial or local law.Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming accessible respectful and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such we strive to make ourentireexperience asaccessible as possible and provideaccommodationsasfor candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if yourequireanyaccommodationby emailingViewourHiring Pageto learn more about our application process.
Security Requirements
Conducts duties and responsibilitiesin accordance withAWNs Information Security policies standardsprocessesand controls to protect the confidentialityintegrityand availability of AWN business information (in accordance withour employee handbook and corporate policies).
Background checks are required for this position.
This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Please note that if applicable an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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