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Cyber Security Engineer III - Incident Response & Risk
Commerce Bank is hiring for the role of Cyber Security Engineer III - Incident Response & Risk, Kansas City, MO (Hybrid). This is a Cybersecurity role in the governance, risk, and compliance field, with a posted range of $44.70 - $52.40/hour. Review the full details below and apply directly with Commerce Bank.
About Working at Commerce Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us. Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you. Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. Compensation Range Hourly: $44.70 - $52.40 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.) At Commerce Bank, innovation and creativity are the driving forces behind our IT team's success. We are catalysts of transformation who power applications, secure networks, and implement cutting-edge initiatives that propel our business units forward. The banking industry's rapid evolution provides us with an exciting opportunity to continuously learn, grow, and harness new technologies that elevate the experience for our customers. What sets Commerce Bank apart is our company culture and leadership, areas in which we continually invest. This commitment fosters innovation, enhances customer and employee experiences, while reinforcing our belief that our diverse team is our greatest competitive advantage. We actively seek candidates who share our passion for technology and bring fresh perspectives to the table. A diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints allows us to develop truly innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our banking community. Join us in shaping the future of banking technology. At Commerce Bank IT, you'll find a culture of equity, belonging, and endless opportunities to make a lasting impact. Help us drive innovation that raises the bar for our industry. About This Job The main purpose of this job is to adhere to Incident Response protocol, administering Information Security systems, assess information risk, and identify and remediate vulnerabilities for IT security across the enterprise. The individual will be focused on providing Incident Response, remote access stability, and managing enterprise logging through operations of SIEM utilities, intrusion detection system/intrusion prevention system (IDS/IPS), data loss prevention (DLP) and enterprise anti-virus solutions. The Cyber Security Engineer II will be well versed in Incident Response protocol and event management. Essential Functions Proactively hunt for IOCs and IOAs across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments Develop hypotheses based on attacker tactics and techniques and use behavioral analysis to identify anomalous patterns related to authentication and access Collaborate with team members to investigate suspicious activity Perform Incident Response and event management, including Incident remediation protocol, lessons learned, and process improvement/efficiency Perform Intrusion prevention, administration of Information Security IPS systems, phishing monitoring and anti-phishing practices Handle remote access maintenance, administration and configuration Participate in the Internet Monitoring process in addition to Data Loss Prevention Perform Firewall administration, policy configuration and management of web application firewalls, VPN configuration and administration Perform Anti-virus anti-malware system maintenance and best practices configuration Perform Internal customer service related to access requests, troubleshooting, and problem resolution Promote awareness of applicable security standards, policy, and best practices across the Bank Perform other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Strong knowledge of Firewall, WAF, Virtual Private Network and Remote Access systems administration Strong knowledge of Internet Monitoring and Vulnerability Management systems Strong ability to administer IPS/IDS, SIEM technologies, Anti-Virus, and Data Loss Prevention systems Ability to work with threat intelligence, developing proactive best practices, monitoring and alerting, and remediation Strong project management skills or experience working within Information Security project implementations Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values. Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Education & Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Security, related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required 5+ years IT security or information security experience with ability to engage with internal customers and management required 5+ years experience conducting incident response remediation and process protocol required 5+ years experience in administering firewall, WAF, and Virtual private network systems/appliances required Windows and Linux workstation, server administration, and scripting experience required Prior experience working within a financial services organization preferred Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or related certification preferred *Remote Schedule: In office 1 day per week **Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future *** For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by
Location and market context
This role is based in Kansas City on-site. Local candidates benefit from being close to Commerce Bank's teams and regional hiring market. Confirm the exact in-office expectation and any relocation support with the employer.
About cybersecurity governance roles
Cybersecurity governance connects security control frameworks to business and regulatory risk, covering policy, risk assessment, and control assurance rather than hands-on operations. Roles like this one are typically evaluated against frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2, and security risk and control-assurance practices.
How to position yourself for this cybersecurity governance role
Strong candidates emphasize security control frameworks, risk assessment, policy and standards, and translating technical security posture into governance and board-level reporting. In your resume and outreach, tie your experience to how Commerce Bank would apply NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2, and security risk and control-assurance practices, and lead with concrete outcomes rather than duties.
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