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IT Security Engineer

Remote: 
Hybrid
Contract: 
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
Dallas (US)

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or Cybersecurity, 3+ years of experience in IT and cybersecurity roles, Strong knowledge of security principles and technologies, Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, antivirus, Familiarity with SOC 2 and ISO 27001.

Key responsabilities:

  • Develop and maintain security policies and protocols
  • Monitor internet traffic for threats and suspicious activity
  • Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans
  • Manage and troubleshoot IT systems and devices
  • Provide training on security best practices
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Polly Fintech: Finance + Technology Scaleup https://www.polly.io/
51 - 200 Employees
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Job description

Who You Are: 

As an IT/Security Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of our company's information systems. You will design, implement, and maintain security measures to protect our data, systems, and networks from potential threats. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT and cybersecurity, with experience in risk management, incident response, and vulnerability assessment. This role will also be the point of contact for any IT system related issues from authentication, access control and general troubleshooting of any employee devices and coordinate with any contracted IT resources.

What You’ll Do:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and protocols.
  • Monitor and analyze internet traffic for suspicious activity and potential threats.
  • Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Respond to security or IT  incidents, conduct investigations, and provide recommendations for remediation.
  • Manage and maintain security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and antivirus software.
  • Ensure compliance with SOC 2 and ISO 27001.
  • Manage MDM solutions for employee devices and ensure they meet the company's standards.
  • Provide training and support to staff on security best practices and awareness.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.
  • Maintain G-Suite and other applications as needed. 

  • What you have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in IT and cybersecurity roles.
  • Strong knowledge of security principles, protocols, and technologies.
  • Experience with security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and antivirus software.
  • Proficiency in network and system administration.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards, such as SOC 2 and ISO 27001.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Google G-Suite. 
  • Supporting a remote working environment and diverse timezones. 
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Why join Polly?
  • We are attacking a trillion-dollar market with gross inefficiencies and seeking to transform the way an entire industry operates 
  • We have an experienced leadership team that previously built large and impactful platforms 
  • Outstanding opportunity for professional growth and upward mobility 
  • Direct engagement with the decision makers and senior business leaders 
  • Competitive salaries
  • 100% paid medical/vision/dental/disability/life insurance 
  • Flexible vacation
  • Hybrid environment; 3x weekly in an innovation center in San Francisco or Dallas.
  • Let’s get to know each other.

    Polly is transforming the mortgage industry with its modern, data-driven capital markets ecosystem. Banks, credit unions, and mortgage lenders nationwide trust Polly’s revolutionary Product and Pricing Engine (PPE), Loan Trading Exchange, and actionable data and analytics to automate and optimize the entire capital markets value chain, helping their secondary teams operate faster, smarter, and more profitably. Polly was founded in 2019 by a seasoned team of technology and mortgage experts and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. 

    To learn more, follow Polly on LinkedIn or visit www.polly.io.  

    Polly is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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    Experience

    Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
    Industry :
    Fintech: Finance + Technology
    Spoken language(s):
    English
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    Other Skills

    • Social Skills
    • Problem Solving
    • Microsoft Office
    • Security Policies
    • Detail Oriented
    • Verbal Communication Skills
    • Training And Development

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