Security Engineering Associate (Fintech)

TL;DR

Security Engineering Associate (Fintech): Supports compliance activities and engages across the firm with Business, Engineering, Legal and Cyber SMEs with an accent on assessing and negotiating tech risk commitments and addressing technical and business cyber activities. Focus on integration of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to automate due diligence, contract engagements, and scale the program efficiently.

Location: Dallas, Texas, United States

Company

hirify.global is a company in Asset & Wealth Management.

What you will do

• Proactively engage with institutional clients to articulate hirify.global' information security posture and address their inquiries.
• Execute client-focused vendor due diligence processes, assessing third-party information security risks within the financial services regulatory landscape.
• Actively participate in and drive resolution of complex technical and business cyber activities.
• Partner in integration of AI and ML to automate due diligence, contract engagements, and scale the program efficiently.
• Research and evaluate emerging global client trends in client contract focus and regulatory landscapes.

Requirements

• Minimum two years working as an Information Security professional and/or Computer engineering background with cyber risk operational experience.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with security controls and configurations across diverse IT platforms, including web applications, middleware, cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and database systems.
• Familiarity with leading security standards and frameworks such as NIST, OWASP, SANS Top 20, PCI DSS, and CIS Controls
• Deep understanding and practical application of security principles across web, mobile, cloud (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and client/server architectures.
• Ability to translate complex technical cybersecurity concepts into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, meticulous organizational skills, and a proactive, self-motivated approach to problem-solving.

Nice to have

• BS degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security, or a related technical field.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, or cloud-specific security certifications.
• Implementation and/or operational experience with Third Party Risk (TPRM) or Risk Management Solutions.
• Practical experience with scripting or automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for security tasks and data analysis.
• Familiarity with leveraging AI and ML for AI Governance, automating compliance checks, or enhancing cybersecurity capabilities.

Culture & Benefits

• We Offer Best-In-Class Benefits.