Senior Security Engineer

Job Description:

This is a hybrid role, requiring presence in our Dublin office at least two days per week.

The Opportunity

The Senior IT Security Engineer will contribute to ensuring that best practice information security and compliance is implemented across the Workhuman organisation thus ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of data and systems in support of the business.

You will operate a part of the information security team, taking ownership of certain processes (E.G. Third party risk management, Customer RFP responses, ISO27001 compliance, Change control) as assigned. You will work with various stakeholders to ensure process improvements across the business.

You will ensure that you maintain good industry knowledge, threat awareness and pursue relationships external to Workhuman to ensure that knowledge stays current and relevant.

What we can offer you

• An opportunity to design and deliver security controls and solutions working with your peers in other teams to deliver good measurable security outcomes.

• The backing to pro-actively promote security within Workhuman and become a ‘go to’ person for those seeking advice and guidance

• An opportunity to represent Information Security on projects and initiatives ensuring that security controls are appropriately designed and implemented

• A remit to work closely with the technology and development teams on the implementation of policies, procedures and controls to ensure that the organization's practices remain compliant with industry best practice standards.

• An opportunity to review, evaluate and assess new software and suppliers ensuring that Workhuman’s minimum standards are met / exceeded and work with business areas to ensure secure implementation / engagement.

• The experience of working in an ISO27001:2022, ISO27701:2019 and PCI DSS certified organization and the compliance initiatives required to maintain those certifications

The skills you will bring

• You will be an experienced Information Security professional with the highest standard of ethical conduct.

• You have experience evaluating, designing and implementing information security tooling.

• Experience conducting reviews and assessments to measure compliance with policy and best practice, designing and implementing mitigations where necessary.

• A knowledge of practical BCP / DRP planning /testing and how to apply same to both business and technical areas.

• Capability in developing metrics that are meaningful and contribute to the assurance / compliance reporting.

• An interest in providing guidance and support to other team members, developing their knowledge and skills

• Experience with leading or participating in ISO 27001 audits and have proven experience with risk and compliance processes

• A communication style and mananer that allows you to respond to customer / prospect queries in support of the legal, sales and customer success organisations.

Achievements:

• You will have a proven record in implementing Information Security controls and managing compliance against policy.

• You have developed, written and updated security policies and procedures.

• A security qualification or certification

• A relevant degree would be an advantage

• At least 5 years in an information security role

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with years of service

• Company plan VHI Health Care & Dental cover for employee and dependencies

• A Pension commencing after probation period

• Participation in Workhuman’s employee recognition programs

• Discounted gift certificates

• Discounted TaxSaver Travel cards/free car parking (subject to availability)

• Income Protection

• Life Assurance

• Access to our Tuition Reimbursement Scheme

• Access to Workhuman University

• Additional ‘perks’ - Free grab and go breakfast and lunch options, fruit, tea/coffee, fantastic catered events and wellness activities throughout the year throughout the year etc

Thank you for considering joining our team. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you encounter any difficulties or have specific accessibility requirements while applying for this position, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at dublinrecruitment@workhuman.com for assistance. We are committed to ensuring equal access to opportunities for all individuals.

The Company:

At Workhuman® our missi on is to bring more humanity to the workplace. We recognise and embrace individuals’ differences and believe that workforce diversity and inclusion are essential to our long-term growth and success. Even if you don’t think you “check every single box” above, please still consider applying. We’re looking for a human who is collaborative, innovative with a growth mindset

We love what we do because we’re shaping the future of work through our people and our technology. Our human cloud-based applications are helping some of the world’s leading global brands connect culture to shared purpose. The Workhuman Cloud empowers employees to thank, talk and celebrate each other, creating an environment that sparks gratitude and human connection while increasing employee engagement and productivity.

Did you know we have an award-winning culture across EMEA and North America:

• We were named as #5 Best Workplace in the Great Place to Work Awards in Ireland in 2022 in the large-sized workplace category. We were also recognised as the Best Workplace for Women and the Best Workplace in Technology in 2020, 2021, and 2022.
• In 2021 we were named as #2 Best Workplace in Europe in the medium-sized workplace category.
• We were also recognised as #2 Best Large Places to Work in Boston by Built In for 2023 as well as the Best Place to Work in Boston, U.S. Best Large Places to Work, and U.S. Best Places to Work.
• There are currently over 7.5 million users on the Workhuman® cloud across 180 countries.
• Our core values are Respect, Determination, Innovation, and Imagination.

Workhuman is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees. We proudly provide a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions at Workhuman are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Workhuman believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.