Senior Security Engineer

We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture Ascend Learning, a leading healthcare and learning technology company,is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data-driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning.From testing to certification, Ascend Learning products are used by physicians, emergency medical professionals, nurses, allied health professionals, certified personal trainers, financial advisors, skilled trades professionals and insurance brokers.Headquartered in Burlington, MA, with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s 2025 Greatest Workplaces as well as America’s Best Places to work for Mental Well-Being for 2025.We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.

What You’ll Do

The Senior Security Engineer will contribute to achievement of P&L objectives for the business through providing a single point of accountability for Technology & Operations deliverables. This critical role will provide technical security leadership on multiple programs and security operations to ensure IT security best practices and IT compliance requirements are met for both industry and regulatory standards. This role will provide information security expertise for programs within any of the information systems disciplines and will have the ability to provide IT security guidance to multiple technical teams. The ideal candidate will possess a thorough understanding of emerging technologies and our current business strategy and will be able to offer and develop solutions, while maintaining recognized expertise in hardware, software, and technology disciplines relevant to Ascend’s IT security needs.

• Collaborates with Technology Engineers, Developers, IT Compliance, and cross-functional stakeholders to align security requirements and controls to meet business objectives
• Functions as the primary technical owner and subject ‑ matter expert (SME) for the CrowdStrike platform including Falcon, Fusion SOAR, Identity Protection, LogScale, NextGen SIEM, etc.
• Designs, builds, and maintains custom Indicators of Attack (IOAs) aligned to evolving threat activity, adversary techniques, and organizational risk
• Configures and optimizes Falcon workflows, automated responses, and policy logic to improve detection fidelity and response speed
• Leverages CrowdStrike AI agents and behavioral analytics to enhance detection, containment, and threat prevention capabilities
• Continuously tunes Falcon detections to reduce false positives while maintaining strong security coverage
• Performs deep‑dive investigations using endpoint telemetry, process execution data, and behavioral indicators within Falcon
• Documents engineering decisions, detection logic, workflows, and best practices to ensure operational continuity
• Assists with the implementation, configuration and operations of various security tools as required
• Triages SOC alerts and phishing emails, resolves employee tickets, and participates in a limited on‑call rotation as needed

WHERE YOU’LL WORK

This position offers the flexibility of remote work in the United States.

How You’ll Spend Your Time

• Collaborates with Technology Engineers, Developers, IT Compliance, and cross-functional stakeholders to align security requirements and controls to meet business objectives
• Functions as the primary technical owner and subject ‑ matter expert (SME) for the CrowdStrike platform including Falcon, Fusion SOAR, Identity Protection, LogScale, NextGen SIEM, etc.
• Designs, builds, and maintains custom Indicators of Attack (IOAs) aligned to evolving threat activity, adversary techniques, and organizational risk
• Configures and optimizes Falcon workflows, automated responses, and policy logic to improve detection fidelity and response speed
• Leverages CrowdStrike AI agents and behavioral analytics to enhance detection, containment, and threat prevention capabilities
• Continuously tunes Falcon detections to reduce false positives while maintaining strong security coverage
• Performs deep‑dive investigations using endpoint telemetry, process execution data, and behavioral indicators within Falcon
• Documents engineering decisions, detection logic, workflows, and best practices to ensure operational continuity
• Assists with the implementation, configuration and operations of various security tools as required
• Triages SOC alerts and phishing emails, resolves employee tickets, and participates in a limited on‑call rotation as needed

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• 6+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity, network security, and/or infrastructure engineering
• Demonstrated success using CrowdStrike AI ‑ driven features and behavioral detections in production environments
• 5+ years of experience in CrowdStrike policy administration, building & maintaining custom IOAs, creating & managing custom workflows, and scheduled searches
• CrowdStrike certifications preferred
• Strong experience supporting or partnering with Security Operations and Incident Response teams
• Experience working in enterprise environments with diverse endpoint operating systems and configurations
• Experience streamlining processes, automating manual tasks and using technical and non-technical solutions to solve complex problems
• Self ‑ motivated, adaptable, and capable of operating effectively in a fast ‑ paced, evolving security environment
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm under pressure while managing time ‑ sensitive incidents and competing priorities
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills, driven to determine root cause and risk mitigation
• Highly detail oriented, process minded and driven by continuous improvement attitude
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate risks, identify gaps, and implement practical solutions
• Willingness and ability to flex between strategic leadership and hands ‑ on technical execution as needed

HIRING RANGE

The current full-time annualized hiring range for this role is $104,400.00-$149,270.00 and does not include discretionary bonus or sales incentives, if applicable. In accordance with applicable state laws, we are providing the expected salary range for this position. Individual compensation will be determined by various factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, current business needs and local market factors. Most regular, full-time employees are eligible to participate in an Ascend incentive bonus or sales plan.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Other employee wellness programs such as Headspace and Airvet
• Charitable matching program

Fostering A Sense of Belonging

Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers. We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and be authentic. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.

Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S.-based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.