Senior Security Engineer

Altra Federal Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution committed to protecting our members, their data, and their trust.

Security isn’t just a technical function here – it’s a foundational to how we serve our community.

We’re growing our security program and looking to hire a highly skilled Senior Security Engineer who enjoys cybersecurity, solving complex problems, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

This new role will play a key part in enhancing our security posture, improving threat detection and response capabilities, and ensuring the safety of our members’ data and our organization’s technology environment.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both deep technical work and cross-team collaboration—and who understands the unique security challenges of regulated financial environments.

Key Responsibilities


* Design, implement, and maintain security controls across network, cloud, endpoint, and application environments.


* Research, evaluate, and implement Large Language Models (LLMs) and other AI technologies to enhance security.


* Lead threat detection, incident response, and forensic investigations when needed.


* Manage and tune security tools.


* Conduct vulnerability assessments and work with teams to remediate findings.


* Support compliance and regulatory requirements.


* Develop and maintain security standards, procedures, and technical documentation.


* Mentor Cybersecurity Analysts and serve as a technical escalation point.


* Stay current on emerging threats and recommend proactive improvements.

Qualifications


* Associate’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field required.


* 5+ years of experience in information security, incident response, security engineering, or related roles.


* Strong knowledge of network security, operating systems, and cloud platforms.


* Solid understanding of risk management and security frameworks.


* Hands-on experience with common security tools and platforms (SIEM, SOAR, EDR, firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management).


* Experience supporting security in a regulated environment (financial services, credit union, or banking).


* Cloud security experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP).


* Scripting or automation skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.).


* Security certifications (CISSP, GIAC, GCIH, GPEN, CISM, etc.)


* Incident response or digital forensics experience.

Work Environment


* This position is located at Altra’s Operations Center in Onalaska, WI


* However, work from home / remote opportunities can be considered for those candidates who live within Altra’s approved remote states: CO, FL, GA, IA, MI, MN, NJ, NC, TN, TX, and WI.

Availability


* This position is salaried, 40- hours a week, Monday through Friday.


* Primary working hours are from 8:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m.

CST


* Flexibility within the department operating hours is expe...