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Kirkland & Ellis

<div>About Kirkland &amp; Ellis
At Kirkland &amp; Ellis, we don&rsquo;t just meet the standard for legal excellence &mdash; 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&rsquo; commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.
What You&rsquo;ll Do
The Cybersecurity Engineer I ensures that security tools and technologies are properly configured and maintained. This role also addresses security issues within the implemented solutions. Responsibilities also include end user support, coordinating actions across cross-functional teams, and performing other technical and administrative tasks as needed.<div><ul><li> 
Upgrade network, endpoint, and cloud security systems by monitoring security environment.
</li><li>Identify security gaps, and implement enhancements.</li><li>Collaborate with IT, Architecture, and Product/Project Managers to support secure onboarding of new applications and drive strategic initiatives.
</li><li>Manage lifecycles for digital certificates used across the Firm deployed by internal and external Certificate Authorities.</li><li>Partner closely with IT or business teams across the Firm to implement secure endpoints that reduce business risk by ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability.</li><li>Enhance department and organization reputation by delivering quality results and exploring opportunities to increase value and raise awareness of Cybersecurity threats and technologies.</li><li>Participate in knowledge sharing with other engineers and develop solutions efficiently.</li><li>Ability to stay updated on emerging security threats and technologies.</li><li>Adhere to Firm IT processes, procedures and policies.
</li><li>Escalate issues to management as necessary to ensure proper communication and escalation.</li><li>Ability to work weekends, and after hours.
</li><li>Participate in an on-call schedule/rotation.</li><li>Demonstrate flexibility and a strong commitment to supporting team and firm objectives.</li></ul> 
</div>What You&rsquo;ll Bring
<div>Education, Work Experience 
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent work experience.</li><li>At least five (5) years in an IT-related field and two (2) years in cybersecurity-related field required.</li></ul></div><div> 
Required 
<ul><li>Hands on experience of security administration and role-based security controls.</li><li>Hands on experience with Next-Gen AV (NGAV) and Endpoint Detection Response solutions such as CrowdStrike.</li><li>Hands on experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) such as Sentinel, LogRhythm, Splunk, etc.
</li><li>Hands on experience with cybersecurity-related technologies/agents including web proxy, privileged escalation management/application allowlisting, data loss prevention (DLP), or CASB.</li><li>Hands on experience with Observability Tools such as Cribl or BindPlane.</li><li>Hands on experience of authentication technologies and their interaction with different platforms, both on-site and remote.</li><li>The ability to communicate technical topics to a non-technical audience.</li><li>The ability to research and solve complex security and networking challenges.</li><li>The ability to manage with multiple projects simultaneously while providing &ldquo;white glove&rdquo; customer service.</li></ul></div><div> 
Preferred
 
<ul><li>Legal knowledge and understanding.</li><li>Software Architecture knowledge and understanding.</li><li>Outstanding communication (verbal, written, visualization and listening) skills.</li><li>A Self-starter who can work independently as well as in a team setting.</li><li>Commitment to delivering quality solutions.</li><li>Experience with cloud technologies such as Microsoft Entra.</li><li>Interest in understanding customer perspective to aid in the development of the right solution.</li><li>Commitment to delivering quality solutions.</li><li>Knowledge of Identity &amp; Access Management technologies.</li><li>Knowledge of data encryption technologies.</li></ul></div><div>
Preferred Technologies 
<ul><li>CrowdStrike</li><li>Venafi Certificate Management</li><li>Cribl</li><li>Netskope</li><li>Beyondtrust EPM/AA</li><li>Microsoft Entra</li><li>Microsoft Sentinel</li></ul></div><div> 
Preferred Certificates, Licensures, Registrations 
<ul><li>Comptia Security+,
</li><li>Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP),
</li><li>Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH),
</li><li>Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) 
</li></ul></div>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 &amp; 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: $114,000 - $134,000
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Kirkland &amp; Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click &quot;Apply Now.&quot;
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee&rsquo;s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid #LI-AR1</div>

Cybersecurity Engineer I

Heuristic Quest HeadQuarters (HQ2)

Telehealth Technology Director (Hybrid Strategic &amp; Operational Role)Grant-Funded | Part-Time (Maximum 10 Hours Per Week) Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid &ndash; Onsite &amp; Remote) Compensation: $65&ndash;$75 per hour Schedule: Up to 10 hours per weekPosition OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Telehealth Technology Director to provide both strategic leadership and operational management of our telehealth infrastructure. This grant-funded role supports expansion of telehealth prevention, mental health, and substance use services within a behavioral health setting.This position is designed as a fractional leadership role (maximum 10 hours per week) and requires an individual who can operate at both executive and technical levels to ensure secure, compliant, and efficient telehealth systems.Core ResponsibilitiesStrategic Technology Oversight (Approx. 50%)<ul><li>Develop and maintain a telehealth technology roadmap aligned with organizational growth and grant objectives.</li><li>Ensure compliance with HIPAA Security Rule safeguards (administrative, technical, and physical).</li><li>Conduct or oversee annual security risk assessments.</li><li>Advise executive leadership on infrastructure, cybersecurity, and sustainability planning.</li><li>Oversee vendor relationships (EHR, telehealth platforms, cybersecurity services).</li><li>Provide periodic performance reporting to leadership.</li></ul>Operational Technology Management (Approx. 50%)<ul><li>Oversee deployment and maintenance of telehealth equipment (laptops, tablets, webcams, kiosks).</li><li>Manage user access controls and system configuration.</li><li>Support clinical staff training related to telehealth workflows and documentation.</li><li>Monitor system uptime and troubleshoot performance issues.</li><li>Maintain technology asset inventory and compliance documentation.</li><li>Support grant reporting requirements related to technology implementation.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Information Technology, Health Informatics, Computer Science, or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).</li><li>Minimum 5 years of healthcare IT or telehealth systems experience.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA Security Rule compliance.</li><li>Experience managing or implementing Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.</li><li>Strong project management and independent decision-making skills.</li><li>Ability to work efficiently within limited weekly hours while maintaining accountability.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience in behavioral health or substance use treatment environments.</li><li>Familiarity with Medicaid and commercial telehealth billing requirements.</li><li>Experience working in grant-funded programs.</li><li>Cybersecurity certification preferred but not required.</li></ul>Compensation &amp; Terms<ul><li>$65&ndash;$75 per hour, commensurate with experience.</li><li>Maximum of 10 hours per week.</li><li>Grant-funded position contingent upon continued funding.</li><li>Flexible scheduling with periodic on-site presence as needed.</li></ul>About the OrganizationWe are a mission-driven behavioral health organization expanding telehealth prevention, mental health, and substance use services to underserved communities. Our focus is secure, compliant, and equitable access to care through innovative technology solutions.To ApplyPlease submit:<ul><li>Resume</li><li>Brief cover letter outlining relevant healthcare IT and telehealth experience</li><li>Three professional references</li></ul>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.If helpful, I can next create:<ul><li>A contractor agreement version aligned to grant language</li><li>A deliverables-based scope of work (hourly cap compliant)</li><li>Or a budget narrative paragraph justifying this role under a telehealth prevention grant.</li></ul>Pay: $65.00 - $75.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60643

Telehealth Technology Director

Hologram

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">About Hologram</h1>

Hologram is building the future of IoT connectivity, delivering internet access to millions of connected devices worldwide. We process over 5 billion transactions per month across our global infrastructure&mdash;this isn't just another app, it's the invisible backbone powering everything from fleet tracking to smart city infrastructure. We tackle challenges of scale, reliability, and performance that few companies face.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
What Makes a Hologrammer?</h2>

We look for people with insatiable curiosity and an uncompromising commitment to excellence. Hologrammers are the type who dig deeper when things break, ask 'why' before 'how,' and aren't satisfied until the solution is bulletproof.
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You'll love working here if you:</h3>

Value tenacious ownership of outcomes: You don't just resolve tickets, you immerse yourself in the customer's use case, identify root causes, and follow through until their IoT devices are online and stable in production.

Crave genuine technical challenges: You want to solve problems that keep critical IoT systems online: diagnosing complex connectivity issues across networks, devices, and protocols, and ensuring customers' deployments work reliably at scale.

Relentlessly pursue growth: IoT technology evolves rapidly, and so do we. You embrace new challenges, quickly master emerging protocols and configurations, and share knowledge to elevate customers and teammates.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Solutions Engineer I</h1>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">About this role:</h3>

The Solutions Engineer I acts as a technical advisor and problem-solver, playing a key role in helping our customers succeed with Hologram. This role focuses on ensuring that IoT deployments get online and stay online. It is a customer-facing, post-sales technical position responsible for onboarding new customers, troubleshooting connectivity challenges, and guiding users through every phase of the deployment lifecycle&mdash;from initial provisioning to full-scale production.
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Responsibilities:</h3>
<ul><li>Execute successful customer onboarding, partnering cross-functionally to ensure seamless deployment</li>
<li>Guide customers through SIM provisioning, device configuration, and connectivity setup</li>
<li>Diagnose and resolve SIM, device, and network-level connectivity issues in collaboration with internal teams</li>
<li>Own Level 2 (L2) support escalations, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication with customers</li>
<li>Work hand-in-hand with customers to scope, debug, and resolve technical challenges throughout the deployment lifecycle</li>
<li>Understand a wide variety of customer use cases, and align technical solutions with both business and functional requirements</li>
<li>Escalate complex or systemic issues while maintaining ownership and customer trust</li>
<li>Maintain and improve internal tooling, including AI-driven support tools and Documentation (internal and external).</li>
<li>Advocate for customers internally, surfacing product gaps, technical pain points, and feedback to improve the overall platform experience</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Requirements:</h3>
<ul><li>Solid understanding of cellular networks, IoT devices, various Radio Access Technologies (RATs), and communication protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, MQTT)</li>
<li>2+ years in a customer-facing technical role (e.g., Solutions Engineer, Technical Support Engineer or Technical Consultant)</li>
<li>Experience working with scripting languages (e.g., Python or Ruby), SQL, and REST APIs</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to non-technical audiences</li>
<li>A strong customer-centric mindset with a focus on solving problems and driving value</li>
<li>Proven ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and technical concepts</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">You Might Be a Great Fit If You&hellip;</h3>
<ul><li>Enjoy solving complex, technical problems that directly impact customers</li>
<li>Have a curious, self-driven mindset and aren't afraid to dive into logs, APIs, or device configurations</li>
<li>Thrive in customer conversations and can translate technical details into clear, actionable guidance</li>
<li>Are comfortable working across teams &mdash; from support and sales to product and engineering</li>
<li>Want to be part of a fast-moving team where your input shapes both the customer experience and the product</li></ul> 
 
Target Salary Range: $95,000 - $120,000 + New Hire Equity grant (RSUs) 
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
How we work at Hologram</h3> 

Hologram is a fun, upbeat, and remote-first team united by our mission to build a more connected future. We trust you to do what's best for our product, customers, and team members and empower you to make the right calls without heavy bureaucracy.
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Benefits and Perks</h2>

Competitive compensation: All employees receive equity with transparent salary and equity formulas across the team

Health &amp; time off: Flexible health coverage (up to 100% employee, 95% dependents), unlimited PTO with 2 weeks mandatory, monthly mental health days, and 14 weeks paid parental leave

Remote work support: $1,000 hiring bonus plus $250/month taxable Work-From-Home stipend

Financial security: Life and disability insurance fully covered, 401(k) plan, and Professional Development Fund after one year

We pride ourselves on celebrating everyone &mdash; Hologram is an equal opportunity employer actively working on creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where underrepresented groups can thrive.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
What to expect in the interview process:</h2>
<ul><li>Intro call (15 min)</li>
<li>Take-Home Technical Assessment (45-60 min)</li>
<li>Peer Technical Interview (50 min)</li>
<li>Cross-Team Interview (30 min)</li>
<li>Hiring Manager Interview (50 min)</li>
<li>Executive Interview (30 min)</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Ready to apply?</h3>

If you share our values and our passion for connecting the world, we'd love to review your application! For any needed accommodations during the hiring process, please email people@hologram.io.

Even if you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications, please still consider applying. Studies show that you can still be considered for a role if you meet just 50% of the role's requirements.</div>

Solutions Engineer I

DePaul University

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Full-time Faculty Positions 
Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Below you will find the details for the posting including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening or submitting your interest in teaching. To apply for the position, please click the link/button. 

Posting Details
Job ID: 170896
Rank: Assistant Professor
College/School: Chicago, IL - Jarvis College of Computing &amp; Digital Media
Position Description:
<div>The School of Computing at DePaul University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position. We are particularly seeking candidates with expertise in Cybersecurity.

The School of Computing houses a robust Cybersecurity Center with state-of-the-art facilities including a newly developed Cybersecurity Lab featuring dedicated server infrastructure for advanced security and privacy research, multi-user attack/defense hands-on experimentation, and extensive AI/ML integration for studying emerging cybersecurity threats. Our cybersecurity program is supported by specialized research labs including the Secure Design Lab and the Actionable Cybersecurity &amp; Accessibility Lab (ACAL), focused on exploring, designing, and developing human-centered, accessible solutions driven towards resilience against any form of deception in cyberspace.

The School of Computing includes over 70 full-time faculty and more than 3,600 undergraduate and graduate students. We offer a PhD program, 17 master's degrees, and 10 bachelor&rsquo;s degrees as well as a growing number of multidisciplinary CS plus X degrees. The School of Computing is committed to providing a flexible and supportive environment for its faculty, promoting a rewarding academic career with a balance between teaching and research. Located in the heart of Chicago&rsquo;s vibrant downtown, it offers vast opportunities to forge relationships with industry, national laboratories, universities, and other organizations in the Chicago area.

The School of Computing has several centers of excellence, including Big Data, Cloud Infrastructure, and High-Performance Computing; Visual Computing, Medical Informatics, and Bioinformatics; Web Intelligence and Recommender Systems; Computing Education; Interactive Machine Learning; Cybersecurity and Adversarial Machine Learning; Computational Geometry and Topology; Next Generation Networks; Rehabilitation Robotics; and Intelligent Software Engineering. Over the past decade, faculty within the school have secured more than $15M in NSF funding and consistently published in selective conferences. The culture within the school emphasizes high-impact and high-quality research, rather than placing pressure on faculty to secure external funding or publish many papers. Nonetheless, the university provides extensive support for external funding, as well as a robust internal research grants program, including PhD stipends, graduate assistantships and course releases.</div>
Qualifications:
Applicants should have a PhD degree in Computer Science, or a related field.
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin on November 14, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

The application must include:
<ul>
<li>Cover letter</li>
<li>Curriculum vitae</li>
<li>Contact information for at least three professional references references will be contacted to upload their recommendations</li>
<li>Research statement highlighting both current and future directions of research</li>
<li>Teaching statement</li></ul> 


For more information, contact Vahid Alizadeh (vahid.alizadeh@depaul.edu). 


General Compensation/Benefits Statement 
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.

About DePaul University's Academic Calendar 
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams). 
 
<div>Salary Information: The salary range for this 10-month position is $99,000 - $120,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Cybersecurity (26-27)

AHOLD Delhaize

<div>Category/Area of Expertise: IT &amp; Technology 
Job Requisition: 484970 
Address: USA-IL-Chicago-300 South Riverside Plaza
 
Store Code: Sltns Dvlpmnt-Engmnt-Mrkt &amp; Dipla (5118773)
 
 
Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop &amp; Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more. 
 
Software Engineer II contributes to the creation of high-quality, innovative, and fully functional software solutions that adhere to coding standards and technical design. This role will contribute to the research, design, development and implementation of new software solutions in addition to enhancing existing software capabilities. This role will also collaborate with other Squad members, stakeholders and the Product team to ensure that products meet business, functional, and technical requirements and are scalable in nature. This will include translating business and technical requirements into well engineered, tested, and deployed technology solutions by gathering user requirements, defining system functionality, and writing code in various languages. The Software Engineer II has the ability to take on smaller projects from start to finish, work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors and trace issues to their source. The Software Engineer II develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. 
 
Our flexible/ hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office location is Chicago, IL.
 
 
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
 
 
Duties &amp; Responsibilities:
 
<ul><li>Develop the technical design for solutions based on the defined scope, requirements, and functional design provided by the Product team and other stakeholders.</li><li>
Build and configure technical components (interfaces, conversions, reports, workflows) so that solution design meets business needs and solution architecture standards.</li><li>
Write and document programming code to meet the gathered requirements.</li><li>
Deliver solutions through ERP or SaaS solutions (e.g. SAP, Manhattan Active WM, Relex)</li><li>
Perform code reviews and quality assurance to ensure compliance to technical standards and business requirements.</li><li>
Collaborate with Squad to support the Product team to create and refine user stories and acceptance criteria.</li><li>
Prepare development and test environments, conduct test readiness to proceed with testing, and collaborate with to execute testing.</li><li>
Fix bugs identified during quality assurance and testing.</li><li>
Continuously reduce technical debt (e.g., create technical debt stories, remove bugs) and decommission legacy applications and solutions.</li><li>
Perform updates and enhancements to the solution, as needed.</li><li>
Release software into production and perform release testing (system integration, mock conversion, parallel, regression, performance and stress, infrastructure).</li><li>
Participates in initiatives for improving way of working in teams and in eliminating technical debt</li><li>
Develops solutions to moderately complex technical issues and problems that impact multiple areas or disciplines.</li><li>
Communicates with internal team members across multiple areas and client team members.</li><li>
Works to influence project/team leaders regarding solution design, process and/or approaches.</li><li>
Delivers high quality work in cross-functional team environments - at times taking on additional technical assessments and responsibilities</li><li>
Contributes and at times leads positive and collaborative solution brainstorming and delivery</li><li>
Has strong self-led work drive and accountability as well as a growing ability to lead team assessments and discussions to achieve assignments (agile, or bimodal).
</li><li>Ensure operational stability of a 24/7/365 grocery retail environment by providing technical support, system monitoring, and issue resolution which may be required during off-hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.</li></ul> 

Qualifications:
 
<ul><li>Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or Technical field; equivalent trainings/certifications/experience equivalency will be considered</li><li>
3 or more years of equivalent experience in relevant job or field of technology</li><li>
Proven work experience as a Software Engineer or Software Developer</li><li>
Experience designing interactive applications</li><li>
Ability to develop software in Java, Cobol, Python, C#, ColdFusion, C++, or other programming languages</li><li>
Excellent knowledge of relational databases, SQL and ORM technologies (JPA2, Hibernate)</li><li>
Experience developing web applications using at least one popular web framework (e.g. Angular, Ruby, Django, , Spring, Express)</li><li>
Experience with test-driven development</li><li>
Ability to document requirements and specifications</li><li>
Knowledge of algorithms and data structures</li><li>
Proficiency in troubleshooting software issues and debugging a large codebase</li><li>
Skills: Programming, Testing, Analytical Thinking, Agile Development, Problem Solving, Cybersecurity Risk Management, Data Privacy, Application Security, Technical Troubleshooting</li></ul> 

Preferred Qualifications:
 
<ul><li>Masters Degree in relevant field of study preferred, Additional trainings or certifications in relevant field of study preferred</li><li>
Experience in Agile teams and or Product/Platform based operating model.</li><li>
Experience in retail or grocery preferred.</li></ul> 

IL/MA/MD/NY Salary Range: $101,360-152,040 
 
Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
 
 
#LI-Hybrid #LI-NG1 
 
At Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we're actively seeking top talent. 
 
Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable our brands to better care for their customers. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies. 
 
Our associates are the heartbeat of our organization. We are committed to offering a welcoming work environment where all associates can succeed and thrive. Guided by our values of courage, care, teamwork, integrity (and even a little humor), we are dedicated to being a great place to work. 
 
We believe in collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning in all that we think, create and do. While building a culture where personal and professional growth are just as important as business growth, we invest in our people, empowering them to learn, grow and deliver at all levels of the business.</div>

Software Engineer II

<div>About Kirkland &amp; Ellis
At Kirkland &amp; Ellis, we don&rsquo;t just meet the standard for legal excellence &mdash; 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&rsquo; commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.
What You&rsquo;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&rsquo;s infrastructure. 
In this role, you&rsquo;ll focus on advancing both Customer and Enterprise IAM capabilities&mdash;implementing new tools, enhancing existing platforms, and contributing to a forward-looking identity security roadmap. You&rsquo;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.<div> 
This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role requiring deep expertise in identity principles, security protocols, and best practices&mdash;along with a commitment to delivering high-quality service and continuous improvement. Participation in an on-call rotation and occasional after-hours or weekend support is required to ensure operational excellence. 
 
<ul><li>Identity Solution Implementation &amp; Optimization &ndash; Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of identity security solutions across the organization, ensuring performance, scalability, and resilience.</li><li>IAM Platform Administration &ndash; Lead and support the administration of Identity and Access Management (IAM) platforms, driving enhancements that strengthen the firm&rsquo;s identity security posture.</li><li>Secure Application Onboarding &ndash; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new applications securely, ensuring alignment with internal policies, security standards, and architectural best practices.</li><li>Infrastructure Integration &ndash; Partner with IT teams to ensure seamless integration and compatibility between security applications and enterprise infrastructure.</li><li>Strategic Roadmap Contribution &ndash; Evaluate existing tools, recommend improvements, and contribute to the development of the identity security roadmap.</li><li>Operational Excellence &amp; Escalation &ndash; Adhere to IT processes and governance standards, proactively escalate issues when necessary, and ensure effective communication across stakeholders.</li><li>Knowledge Sharing &amp; Continuous Learning &ndash; Stay current on emerging threats, technologies, and identity trends while actively sharing expertise with fellow engineers.</li><li>Client-Centered Service Delivery &ndash; Support multiple concurrent initiatives while delivering a high-touch, responsive service experience to internal stakeholders.</li><li>On-Call Support &amp; Flexibility &ndash; Participate in on-call rotations and provide after-hours or weekend support as needed to maintain secure and reliable systems.</li></ul> 
</div>What You&rsquo;ll Bring
<ul><li>Education &ndash; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent professional experience.</li><li>Experience &ndash; 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a strong focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM) applications and support.</li><li>Identity &amp; Security Expertise &ndash; 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.</li><li>Technical Proficiency &ndash; 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.</li><li>Certifications (Preferred) &ndash; Relevant industry certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Security+.</li><li>Communication &amp; Collaboration &ndash; Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across technical and business audiences.</li><li>Analytical &amp; Strategic Thinking &ndash; Strong business acumen with demonstrated strengths in problem-solving, project coordination, multi-tasking, and delivering thoughtful, customer-informed solutions.</li><li>Ownership &amp; Initiative &ndash; A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Legal Industry Insight (Preferred) &ndash; Understanding of legal environments and software architecture principles is a plus.</li></ul> 
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 &amp; 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
Thank you for your interest in Kirkland &amp; Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click &quot;Apply Now.&quot;
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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Cybersecurity Engineer II

Per Scholas

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS: For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA REPORTS TO: Site Director LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois Who We Are Looking For Per Scholas is seeking a multi-talented Technical Instructor to deliver high-end training in both Cybersecurity and Software Engineering. You will play a critical role in our mission to unlock untapped potential and create inclusive tech talent pipelines for entry-to-mid-level roles. Per Scholas is seeking a Technical Instructor to deliver high-end technical training to underemployed and unemployed community residents for purposes of higher economic development and improvement of quality of life at the Per Scholas Chicago Campus in the Loop, and at our satellite campus on the South Side. The Technical Instructor must be self-directed and self-motivated, and comfortable with making intermediate-level decisions to adapt processes and curriculum delivery based on current conditions. The Technical Instructor works in collaboration with peers with learner support and works with the Managing Director to change policies, procedures, and strategic planning. WHAT YOU'LL DO Instruction &amp; Facilitation Using a structured and approved curriculum, conduct a full-time, 15-week cycle of technical training to prepare students for entry to mid-level jobs in the field of Cyber Security and/or Software Engineering. Technical training competencies include but are not limited to: hardware, software, networking, security, server, mobility, virtualization, and project management. Deliver technology skills training and assessments to prepare students for entry-level to mid-level careers in the field of software development and Cybersecurity Daily instruction, assessment administration, attendance, one-on-one tutoring, evaluation, and monitoring of individual student progress. Facilitate a highly interactive, hands-on instructional style leveraging a flipped classroom model and simulating workplace environments. Comfortable facilitating project-based learning that simulates real-world engineering workflows, including teamwork, deadlines, and iterative improvement. Utilize in-house Learning Management System for assignments, tests, and real-time performance monitoring Manage and appropriately utilize a teaching assistant Maintain regular office hours WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO US Professional Requirements The &quot;Full-Stack&quot;: Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript and frontend development, including HTML5, CSS3, and React (or comparable frameworks). Experience building backend services using Node.js, RESTful APIs, and server-side application architecture. Working knowledge of relational databases (SQL); familiarity with NoSQL databases is a plus. Engineering Fundamentals: Solid understanding of core software engineering practices, including version control (Git/GitHub), debugging techniques, API integration, and collaborative development workflows. Security Credentials: Expert-level knowledge in networking, virtualization, and server management. CompTIA Security+ 701 is required. Teaching Experience: Proven ability to teach adults in a hands-on environment. Experience with lesson planning and student assessment is required. Physical Requirement: Must be able to comfortably and frequently lift 50lbs. Personal Characteristics Mission-Driven: You believe talent is universal but opportunity is not; you are a catalyst for social change. Adaptable: You can pivot from debugging a React component to analyzing a packet capture in Wireshark. Collaborative: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working cross-functionally with Career Coaches and Program Managers. COMPENSATION For this dual-competency role, we are targeting a salary of $75,000/year, determined by geography and the specific depth of experience in both disciplines. #LI-Onsite QUESTIONS? If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application! Equal Employment Opportunity We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. PII Policies Non-Discrimination Policy

Technical Instructor - Cybersecurity/Software Engineering

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