Technical Risk Engineer- Application Security- Hybrid Work Model

Sentry is looking an experienced information security professional to join the Technical Risk Engineering team as a Technical Risk Engineer with an emphasis in application security. Working in application security, you will emulate information security threats, assess weaknesses, and analyze and report on threats or overall risk to the organization.

This role can be filled as a technical risk administrator or a technical risk engineer based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

What You'll Do

As a Technical Risk Engineer, you will:

• Conduct static, dynamic, and open-source scanning to detect vulnerabilities that make an application susceptible to attacks.
• Evaluate severity of and prioritize the overall risk to the organization presented by the findings.
• Provides guidance and recommendations to development teams on best practices to mitigate or remediate security risks to the organization.
• Partners with the SOC as a subject matter expert on web application attacks, including training scenarios, documentation review and alert escalation.
• Assess overall program metrics, and create detailed reports related to the program for senior leadership.

Additionally, you will:

• Review and recommend security training materials to help educate developers on secure coding practices.
• Maintain computing infrastructure used for scanning and reporting.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What it Takes

• Associate’s degree in information security, networking, systems administration, computer science or one year of related work experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Two years of related work experience preferred
• SEC+, GSEC, OSCP, OSWA, Pen+ or equivalent certification preferred

What You'll Receive

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.

• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office.
• As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office. 
• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
• 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

About Sentry

We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.

Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.

Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.

Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Brianna Tucker

Brianna.Tucker@Sentry.com

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.