Enterprise Security Engineer

About Latham & Watkins Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong. About the Role The Enterprise Security Engineer is an integral part of Latham’s Global Security and Risk Management team. This role will be responsible for solving highly complex security and technology problems by designing, evaluating, and implementing security capabilities that reduce risk while enabling business outcomes. This role will be located in our Global Services Office, located in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence. Responsibilities & Qualifications Other key responsibilities include:Leading the end-to-end lifecycle to review and responding to information security challenges; assessing the current and/or proposed technical/security configuration; gathering and validating requirements and constraints; researching and comparing viable solutions; recommending the best option, calling out advantages and disadvantages; supporting implementation, validation, and tracking progress to completion, including operational handoffPerforming secure design reviews, threat modeling, and control mapping for new initiatives and significant changes; identifying security gaps and proposing pragmatic mitigations aligned to standards and risk tolerancePartnering with infrastructure and application owners to plan and drive remediation for complex and high-impact findings, including prioritization, technical approach, and validation of fixes; ensuring timelines are met and risks are tracked to closureDeveloping and communicating clear, outcome-oriented security metrics and narratives for technical and non-technical stakeholders; translating complex issues into actionable recommendationsServing as a subject matter expert, mentoring analysts and specialists, and raising the overall capability of the security function through training, pairing, and knowledge sharingProtecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains We’d love to hear from you if you:Display the ability to effectively assess situations, and act accordingly to achieve a specific goalPossess strong analytical skills needed to troubleshoot a variety of symptoms, diagnose problems, and test, recommend and implement solutions to technology problemsDemonstrate creativity to use existing tools, find new tools, and draw upon available resources to solve problemsAnd have:A bachelor's degree or equivalent; sufficient Security and Technology experience may be considered in lieu of degreeA willingness to obtain additional security-related degrees as recommended by the firmAn active security certification from a recognized authorityA minimum of eight (8) years of experience in information technology, including information securityThe ability to communicate technical, security and risk issues to non-technical staffProficiency in Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systemsExperience with Network and firewall configuration and managementSkills in vulnerability assessment, incident response, and penetration testingExperience supporting mobile devices and hardens systems/applicationsExperience in utilizing SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and similar security toolsExperience in conducting threat intelligence research Law office experience and Python/programming skills, preferably Benefits & Additional Information Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:Healthcare, life and disability insuranceA generous 401k planAt least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenureWell-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more) Professional development programsEmployee discountsAffinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staffLatham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)​. Please click the link below to review the Ordinance.Pleaseclick hereto review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #MidSenior#LI-LZ1 #LI-Hybrid Pay Range USD $165,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr. Job SummaryLocation : Location: US-CA-Los AngelesDepartment: Technology & Information ServicesWork Arrangement: HybridPosted Min Pay Rate: USD $165,000.00/Yr.Posted Max Pay Rate: USD $180,000.00/Yr.Position Type: Full-TimeJob ID: 2026-6827