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At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard-working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us. Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place.
The global law firm of K&L Gates LLP is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join the firm. The Senior Security Engineer develops, automates, and enhances security capabilities for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. This position provides senior-level expertise in security engineering, cloud security, detection engineering, automation, incident response, and technical leadership. It utilizes AI-driven tools to improve security measures and optimize operational efficiency across the organization.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Director, Security; Manager, Security Operations; Forensics and Incident Response; Security Intelligence and other Digital & Technology teams; third-party technology partners; Enterprise Operations; Cloud Operations
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Design, implement, and support DevSecOps practices
• Designing, implementing, and enhancing enterprise security solutions across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments
• Developing scalable automation and orchestration capabilities to improve security operations and reduce manual effort
• Creating automation solutions utilizing PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, Microsoft Graph, and cloud-native technologies
• Implementing and optimize Azure security controls, identity protections, encryption, and data security capabilities
• Integrating security controls throughout the technology lifecycle in partnership with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams
• Developing and maintaining security detections, analytics, correlation rules, and threat monitoring capabilities
• Enhancing security visibility through improved telemetry, logging strategies, and attack surface monitoring
• Applying threat intelligence and industry frameworks, including MITRE ATT&CK, to strengthen detection and response capabilities
• Leading or supporting complex investigations, threat hunting activities, and major incident response efforts
• Conducting security assessments, control validation activities, and supporting penetration testing initiatives
• Evaluating emerging security and AI technologies and recommending solutions that improve security maturity and operational effectiveness
• Leading technical initiatives, mentoring security engineers, and providing architecture guidance, standards, and documentation
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and maturing enterprise security, cloud security, and DevSecOps capabilities.
• Possess Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, OR equivalent experience
• Understand Zero Trust principles, authentication, encryption, identity security, and data protection concepts
• Possess knowledge of SIEM, EDR/XDR, identity security, cloud security, and enterprise security monitoring technologies
• Possess solid knowledge of enterprise networking, operating systems, network security, and hybrid cloud architectures
• Possess relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, GIAC (GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, GPEN, GWEB), Microsoft Security, Azure (AZ-500, SC-200, SC-100, AZ-305), Splunk, or CrowdStrike.
• Demonstrate proficiency in automation and scripting using PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, Microsoft Graph, or similar technologies
• Have 7+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, cloud security, or related technology fields
• Work experience with Microsoft security and cloud platforms such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID, Purview, Azure Security services, or equivalent technologies
• Develop and refine security detections, analytics, and correlation rules to enhance system monitoring and threat response capabilities.
• Demonstrate expertise in threat detection, incident response, threat hunting, and cyber threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Demonstrate experience supporting or working within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment
• Demonstrate experience designing, implementing, and improving enterprise security capabilities
Compensation Salary $112,000 - $209,000
The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.
ABOUT THE FIRM
K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 offices. We have experienced dramatic growth in the past decade and now rank among the largest U.S. based law firms in the world. We take pride in constantly striving for innovation, imagination and an entrepreneurial spirit. We come up with big ideas and then roll up our sleeves to get the job done, guiding our clients through their most complex issues in a variety of industry sectors and across multiple regions of the world.
The industry recognition the firm has garnered emanates from the foundation of a global community aligned on behalf of our clients. The people at K&L Gates are committed to working together to create a legacy for each other, the firm, our clients, and the communities in which we serve. We thrive in an inclusive and socially conscious environment that embraces diversity and takes a holistic approach to the career evolution of all our professionals.
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BENEFITS
K&L Gates offers our personnel a comprehensive suite of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time personnel include:

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)

• Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge

• Dental Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Vision Insurance

• Pre-tax Commuting Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing

• Business Travel Accident Insurance

• Short- and Long-term Disability Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)

• Health Advocacy Services

• Paid Time Off (25-30 days per year)

• Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance

• Parental Leave (18 weeks of which 6 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)

• Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service

• Paid Holidays (12)

• Addiction Resources

• Family Building Benefits

• Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employees also may be eligible to receive bonuses and certain expense reimbursements

• Employee Assistance Program

• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities

• 529 Deductions

• Relocation

• Accident Insurance

• Employee Referral Program

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Programs

• Bereavement Leave

• All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Firm that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications and competence. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of a person's race (including traits associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as afros, braids, locks, and twists), religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, gender, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, familial status, domestic violence victim status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm's policy to provide an environment that is free of prohibited harassment of any kind including, without limitation, that which is based on sex, race, age, disability, ethnic background, or any other category protected by law (including the categories listed above). The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact askHR@klgates.com.