Senior Information Security Engineer
About this role
Role Responsibilities
Performs intrusion scope and root cause analysis
Assists in containment and remediation actions
Serves as an escalation point for Cyber Fusion Center analysts
Supports Purple Team engagements as a subject matter expert
Conducts proactive Threat Hunting exercises based on relevant threat intelligence
Works collaboratively with members from other Security Operations teams to drive Incident Response/Threat Hunting and overall program maturity
Conducts legal holds/forensic analysis across multiple operating systems as required
Serves as a Subject Matter Expert in Incident Response, guides technical and non-technical teams through the Incident Response lifecycle while driving containment, remediation, and lessons learned management.
Serves as the technical lead during Incident Response engagements.
Briefs Cybersecurity Leadership team throughout incidents.
Role Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science preferred
7+ years of technology, information security and/or application security experience
Expert in top security flaws and resolutions as listed by OWASP, SANS etc.
Strong experience with automation, automated runbooks, and ability to support the automation of high fidelity processes.
Expert with SIEM, EDR, and other event correlation technologies.
Experience with AI, generative and agentic, preferred
Strong experience across multiple Operating Systems
Knowledge of modern web and mobile applications frameworks and their security requirements
Knowledge of network architecture, protocols, and standards
Knowledge of Web Application Firewalls, SSL/TLS, Forward and reverse proxies
Knowledge of security considerations around virtualization and cloud applications
Experience with incident response, forensics and evidence preservation
Ability to communicate technical security requirements to technical and non-technical personnel
Ability to collaborate with technical and vendor personnel, cloud service providers
Available off-hours/on-call to handle occasional incidents and escalations
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Work Shift
HYBRID - Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life
insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your United States specific benefits include:
Paid Time off
Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Global Adoption Assistance
4% Western Union Contribution to 401K
For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Salary
The annual base salary range is $165,000 to $185,000 per year. Total on-target compensation includes a base salary and short-term and long-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.
Other Details
We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting on the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
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Estimated Job Posting End Date:
07-27-2026This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
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