Cybersecurity Engineer II

About Kirkland & Ellis

At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 23 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.

What You’ll Do

Are you passionate about strengthening identity security and delivering secure, seamless access experiences across complex enterprise environments? As a Cybersecurity Engineer II, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and supporting modern Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions across the firm’s infrastructure.

In this role, you’ll focus on advancing both Customer and Enterprise IAM capabilities—implementing new tools, enhancing existing platforms, and contributing to a forward-looking identity security roadmap. You’ll partner closely with Information Technology (IT), Security Engineering, Architecture, the Project Management Office (PMO), and Product and Project Managers to securely onboard new applications and deliver scalable, policy-aligned identity solutions.

What You’ll Bring

• Education – Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience – 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a strong focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM) applications and support.
• Identity & Security Expertise – Deep understanding of identity principles, security frameworks, and best practices, with experience implementing and supporting Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions.
• Technical Proficiency – Experience with Microsoft Office Suite; service and change management platforms; PAM solutions such as Delinea or CyberArk; password management tools such as LastPass or OnePassword; and IGA solutions such as Veza or SailPoint. Familiarity with Microsoft Entra, Active Directory, and CrowdStrike is preferred.
• Certifications (Preferred) – Relevant industry certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Security+.
• Communication & Collaboration – Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across technical and business audiences.
• Analytical & Strategic Thinking – Strong business acumen with demonstrated strengths in problem-solving, project coordination, multi-tasking, and delivering thoughtful, customer-informed solutions.
• Ownership & Initiative – A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Legal Industry Insight (Preferred) – Understanding of legal environments and software architecture principles is a plus.

Compensation

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

Compensation Range:

Chicago: $141,000 - $159,000

How to Apply

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