Information Security Engineer

This position strengthens the Bank’s cybersecurity posture across hybrid environments by designing and implementing secure architectures, advising leaders on risk, and serving as a subject matter expert. This role requires deep knowledge of security architecture frameworks, technical risk management, cloud security, secure system design, and regulatory compliance.

In This Role, You Will

• Architect and integrate secure, scalable systems using industry frameworks
• Support and evolve the Bank’s information security strategy
• Architect, design and deploy solutions across on‑premise and cloud environments
• Lead the secure enablement of enterprise AI security systems and integrations
• Design and implement security controls for AI tools
• Operate and mature vulnerability management processes
• Monitor and investigate security events and incidents
• Provide advanced technical support and guide junior staff
• Advise leaders on cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies
• Deliver security training and awareness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience.
• Eight to ten years of information security or closely-related professional experience.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification preferred.
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) or equivalent cloud security certification.
• Certified Information Security Architect (SABSA SCF or equivalent) preferred.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate or equivalent certification preferred.
• Advanced understanding of secure networking concepts (e.g., Zero Trust, segmentation, SD-WAN).
• Working knowledge of industry standards regarding security devices and procedures.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Experience working in a highly-regulated environment.

Why work here

FHLBank Topeka strives to be an employer of choice by offering industry leading benefits such as generous vacation and volunteer hours. Below are a few more of our benefits.

• Bankwide incentive compensation program
• 401K retirement plan with competitive company match
• Multiple health insurance offerings, including free telemedicine benefits
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, volunteer and bereavement leave
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance
• Incentive-based wellness program
• Paid maternity and parent bonding leave
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
• Onsite fitness center with shower facilities and onsite yoga classes
• Summer hours
• Onsite café

How we work

At FHLBank Topeka, employees are business partners. We believe we are successful when we partner with one another and understand that our differences only make us stronger.

• Work Location Flex Day | Business partners may work from an alternative location one day per week.
• Access to Leadership | The executives of FHLBank Topeka welcome communication with business partners. Stop by and say "Hi." Send an email and expect a response. Or schedule a meeting to share your perspective.
• Peer-to-Peer Recognition | Our recognition programs celebrate business partners practicing FHLBank Topeka values and those working above and beyond.
• Professional Wins | FHLBank Topeka offers business partners kudos for continuing education through tuition reimbursement and certification rewards.