Senior Security Engineering Manager – SIEM and Vulnerability Management at Vanguard

Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Cybersecurity, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 5–10 years of experience managing software engineering teams in cybersecurity or equivalent mission-critical domains
  • Strong working knowledge of SIEM platforms in medium to large enterprise environments
  • Experience with Elastic Cloud or on-prem ELK stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)
  • Experience with Cribl (preferred)
  • Experience with managing vulnerability management platforms and programs (must)
  • At least 5–10 years of experience designing and managing large-scale data pipelines
  • 8+ years of experience in cloud technologies, especially Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Proficiency in AWS services including EC2, Fargate, S3, CloudFormation, CloudWatch, RDS, and Secrets Manager
  • Understanding of REST, JSON, XML, and containerization using Docker
  • Knowledge of Azure and Google Cloud Platform (plus)
  • Experience with scripting languages and a developer mindset
  • Familiarity with cloud cost optimization tools such as Cloudability
  • Proven ability to mentor and grow engineering talent
  • Preferred Certifications: CISSP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Data Analytics

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage software engineering teams of 5–10 direct reports focused on cybersecurity and enterprise-critical systems
  • Drive the design, development, and optimization of large-scale data pipelines
  • Oversee implementation and support of SIEM solutions, with a preference for Elastic Cloud or ELK stack
  • Guide the team through modernization initiatives and continuous optimization efforts
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support vulnerability management programs and platforms
  • Champion Agile/Scrum practices and participate in ceremonies to ensure delivery excellence
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented engineering culture

Skills

SIEM
Elastic Cloud
ELK stack
Elasticsearch
Logstash
Kibana
Cribl
Vulnerability Management
AWS
EC2
Fargate
S3
CloudFormation
CloudWatch
RDS
Secrets Manager
Docker
REST
JSON
XML
Agile
Scrum

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters
1975Year Founded
SECONDARYCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage
Onsite health clinic & fitness center
Health Smart Rewards program
Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan
Education Benefits
PTO
Family Planning Benefist
Parental leave
Personal development opportunities
Volunteer Time Off

Risks

Competition from AI-driven platforms like Writer challenges Vanguard's traditional advisory services.
Vanguard's stake in Steelcase exposes it to the volatile furniture market.
New active bond ETFs may struggle in a low-yield environment with increasing competition.

Differentiation

Vanguard is client-owned, aligning its interests with investors, unlike traditional firms.
The firm offers low-cost investment products, making it attractive to cost-conscious investors.
Vanguard's ownership structure allows it to focus on long-term investor value.

Upsides

Vanguard's new active bond ETFs offer diversified, low-cost fixed income options.
The acquisition of Steelcase shares diversifies Vanguard's portfolio into the furniture industry.
Launching the International Dividend Growth Fund appeals to investors seeking sustainable dividend growth.

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