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Information Security Analyst - Empower AI Inc.
Security Engineer
Drive enterprise security for a federal‑focused AI platform, managing risk, incident response, and compliance across cloud and on‑prem environments while shaping secure architecture and policies.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive security assessments and penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in cloud and on‑prem systems.
- Develop and maintain incident response plans, leading investigations and coordinating with cross‑functional teams during security events.
- Implement and manage SIEM solutions, monitoring logs, and generating actionable alerts to protect critical data assets.
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations (FedRAMP, NIST, FISMA) through continuous audit and remediation efforts.
- Collaborate with architecture and DevOps teams to embed security controls into the CI/CD pipeline and secure application design.
- Provide security awareness training and guidance to stakeholders across the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in information security, preferably in a federal or defense environment.
- Hands‑on expertise with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and cloud security tools (AWS, Azure).
- Strong knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, and other security frameworks.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical findings into actionable business recommendations.