This is a remote position; however, candidates must reside in one of the following locations: Des Moines, Iowa; Omaha, Nebraska; or Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

We're seeking an experienced, hands-on Senior IT Security Engineer to help protect enterprise systems, data, and infrastructure. This hands-on role is ideal for a seasoned security professional who can design and implement controls, respond to threats, and partner across IT and the business to strengthen our security posture.

In this position, you will:

Lead root cause analysis and security investigations across endpoints, servers, network infrastructure, identity platforms, and cloud environments
Design, implement, and continuously improve security controls to protect data, reduce risk, and align with cybersecurity best practices and frameworks
Own and enhance monitoring, detection, and incident response processes—triaging alerts, coordinating containment/eradication, and driving lessons learned
Engineer and operationalize security tooling
Drive vulnerability management activities including identification, prioritization, remediation coordination, and verification
Lead or significantly contribute to vendor risk management activities, security assessments, and third-party control validation

We are seeking candidates who have:

Bachelor’s degree or Masters in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
7+ years of progressive experience in IT security engineering, security operations, or a closely related role
Strong knowledge of security principles, common frameworks and practical risk reduction techniques
Hands-on experience with modern security tools and technologies, vulnerability management and network security controls
Support compliance initiatives and security standards
Security certifications such as CISSP, Security+, Azure/AWS security certifications are a plus

Your Future Starts Here: Benefits That Support Your Lifestyle

Compensation includes a salary commensurate with experience
Generous paid time off and paid company holiday schedule
Comprehensive benefits from day one
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability, Company Match 401(k), HSA, FSA
Paternal Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility and Family Planning Assistance, Pet Insurance, Retail Discount Programs
Community volunteer opportunities
Support of healthy lifestyles through a wellness program including gym subsidies
Scholarships for dependents of Great West employees
Tuition reimbursement for current employees
Company paid continuing education and monetary awards for professional development

Who we are:

For over 65 years, Great West, An Old Republic Company has provided premier insurance products and services to thousands of truck drivers and trucking companies across America. We have offices located around the country, and over 1,200 professionals are proud to call us an employer of choice. We are dedicated to the success, happiness, and wellness of our employees. If you are looking for a company where your contributions are valued, your continued learning is financially supported, and customer service is a priority, we want to talk to you. Apply today and join one of America's largest insurers of trucking companies as we help keep the nation's economy moving forward one mile at a time.

Location: Candidates must reside in one of the following locations: Des Moines, Iowa; Omaha, Nebraska; or Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

This position qualifies for relocation assistance. To learn more about Great West and our office locations, please visit our website www.gwccnet.com.

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Great West Casualty Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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