Senior IT Security Engineer

New Orleans, Louisiana

First Horizon Bank
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Description

Location: On site in Memphis, TN, Maryville, TN, Birmingham, AL, Lafayette, LA, New Orleans, LA, Charlotte, NC, Raleigh, NC, or Dallas, TX

We will not provide sponsorship for this role.

Job Summary:

The Senior IT Security Engineer will be responsible for protecting the company's information systems from internal and external threats. This person will support the IT Security Engineering Manager to ensure proper security functions are maintained to protect company and customer data. This position enables the company to meet its business objectives by increasing the security of the company's Hybrid Network while lowering the risk of misuse of information and denial of service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Design, implement and manage network security infrastructure (firewalls, IDS/IPS, load balancers, web proxies, etc.)
  • Design, implement and manage cloud security solutions
  • Work with vendors concerning security and network access requirements. Implement appropriate network access and ensure network security.
  • Assess current and proposed network designs and proactively makes recommendations based on business requirements and security best practices.
  • Conduct periodic audits of new and existing implementations to ensure compliance with corporate security standards.
  • Develop technical solutions and execute measures to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, cyber security or a related field preferred but not required
  • Active Information Security certifications (CISSP, SANS GIAC, etc.) preferred
  • 5+ years of experience in cyber security / information security with emphasis on cloud and on-premises network security infrastructure in a high availability, high-capacity environment.
  • Hands on experience in information security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, authentication systems, log management, web proxy / content filtering, Security Service Edge, etc.
  • Extensive cloud security experience, especially focused on Microsoft Azure.
  • Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IAC) tools like Terraform, Crossplane and Azure Resource Manager.
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Azure Container Instances).
  • Advanced knowledge of cloud and on-premises network security standards/best practices, design, and implementation.
  • Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure
  • Excellent communication skills both oral and written to clearly communicate with business partners and management.
About Us

First Horizon Corp. (NYSE: FHN) , with $82.6 billion in assets as of September 30, 2024, is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at (:/; Cz2fjcuE.hpq9hPnrucZCPIAVPojVESItIq-FPzhurNdCrQ3JE8Rkx3gMd70nIk6 kmPxl66 oJCEsXs0gNunPowMAMHCmBYPOtUxUGI$) .

Benefit Highlights

• Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision

• HSA with company match

• Maternity and parental leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• Mentor program

• 401(k) with 6% match

• More

Corporate Diversity Commitment:

At First Horizon, we focus on what matters most to our associates, clients and the communities we serve. As we continue to evolve, we remain committed to an open and supportive workplace and providing opportunity and access to capital and counsel for all.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Date Posted: 29 March 2025
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