Security Architect
SQA Solution
We are Walker & Dunlop. We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities.
WDTechis W&D’s in-house technologyteam– a group of collaborative and highly skilled technology professionals, all of whom are leading experts in real estate data, data science, and technology.
WDTechInfrastructure & Operationsdesigns,operates, and supports the technology platforms on which W&D builds andoperatesbusiness systems. I&O provides productivity and collaboration solutions for an increasingly decentralized and mobile workforce.
As a Security Engineer, you will play a key role in advancing and maturing Walker & Dunlop’s information security program. You will help protect the organization by implementing, managing, and optimizing security technologies across corporate systems, cloud environments, networks, and endpoints.
Working closely with technology teams and business stakeholders, you will strengthen security controls, support incident investigations, improve security operations, and drive secure technology adoption across the enterprise. This role requires a strong technical foundation, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for continuously improving the organization’s security posture in an evolving threat landscape.
Build strong partnerships with stakeholders across business areas to support secure product and service delivery.
Serve as a security subject matter expert across multiple security domains and provide guidance on cybersecurity best practices.
Evaluate existing security tools and recommend enhancements, replacements, or consolidation opportunities.
Implement, configure,maintain, andoptimizesecurity technologies to ensure effectiveness and business value.
Partner with technology and engineering teams to integrate security controls and solutions across the enterprise.
Educate, advise, and influence stakeholders on cybersecurity risks, controls, and best practices.
Monitor, investigate, and respond to security events, alerts, and incidents.
Maintain a comprehensive inventory of digital assets and support automation of asset management processes.
Partner with the VP of Information Risk and Cyber Assessments to communicate risks and recommendations to leadership.
Support secure cloud adoption and implementation of security controls across enterprise environments.
3+years of experience in cybersecurity administration, engineering, or security operations.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Microsoft Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500), or AWS Certified Security – Specialty preferred.
Hands-on experience implementing, configuring, and supporting enterprise security technologies, including EDR/XDR, DLP, identity and access management, vulnerability management, cloud security, and attack surface management solutions.
Experience with security platforms such as Microsoft Defender XDR, Google SecOps,ReliaQuestGreyMatter, Netskope, Box Shield, or comparable technologies.
Experience with PowerShell and automation of security operations in enterprise environments.
Strong understanding of networking, operating systems, enterprise infrastructure, and cloud computing concepts.
Familiarity with cloud security services and governance tools within Microsoft Azure and AWS environments.
Experience with vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and security monitoring practices.
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001.
Understanding ofsecurity considerations for emerging technologies, including AI and Large Language Model (LLM) solutions.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to show ownership of your work, take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities, anddemonstratepatience when learning new processes
Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders
This position has an estimated base salary of $95,000 - $110,000 plus a discretionary bonus. An employment offer is based on the applicant’s relevant work experience, applicable knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
What We Offer
The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners
Comprehensive benefit options* that have earned Walker & Dunlop the gold level of the 2025 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™, some of which include:
- Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
- Competitive dental and vision benefits
- Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
- A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that
promote health, engagement, and balance
- Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
- Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance
- Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching
*Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked
We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, and genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to be a safe place to ask questions, build professional relationships, and develop careers.
SPAM
Please be wary of recruitment scams. An indication of a scam might be a request for sensitive or bank information at the time of application or emails coming from a non walkerdunlop.com email address. Please call us at 301.215.5500, if you have any concerns about information requested during or after the application process.
Background checks, including any questions related to infractions, arrests, or conviction records, will not be conducted until after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. We will consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of arrest and conviction records, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
Originally posted on Himalayas
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We are Walker & Dunlop. We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities.
WDTechis W&D’s in-house technologyteam– a group of collaborative and highly skilled technology professionals, all of whom are leading experts in real estate data, data science, and technology.
WDTechInfrastructure & Operationsdesigns,operates, and supports the technology platforms on which W&D builds andoperatesbusiness systems. I&O provides productivity and collaboration solutions for an increasingly decentralized and mobile workforce.
As a Security Engineer, you will play a key role in advancing and maturing Walker & Dunlop’s information security program. You will help protect the organization by implementing, managing, and optimizing security technologies across corporate systems, cloud environments, networks, and endpoints.
Working closely with technology teams and business stakeholders, you will strengthen security controls, support incident investigations, improve security operations, and drive secure technology adoption across the enterprise. This role requires a strong technical foundation, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for continuously improving the organization’s security posture in an evolving threat landscape.
Build strong partnerships with stakeholders across business areas to support secure product and service delivery.
Serve as a security subject matter expert across multiple security domains and provide guidance on cybersecurity best practices.
Evaluate existing security tools and recommend enhancements, replacements, or consolidation opportunities.
Implement, configure,maintain, andoptimizesecurity technologies to ensure effectiveness and business value.
Partner with technology and engineering teams to integrate security controls and solutions across the enterprise.
Educate, advise, and influence stakeholders on cybersecurity risks, controls, and best practices.
Monitor, investigate, and respond to security events, alerts, and incidents.
Maintain a comprehensive inventory of digital assets and support automation of asset management processes.
Partner with the VP of Information Risk and Cyber Assessments to communicate risks and recommendations to leadership.
Support secure cloud adoption and implementation of security controls across enterprise environments.
3+years of experience in cybersecurity administration, engineering, or security operations.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Microsoft Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500), or AWS Certified Security – Specialty preferred.
Hands-on experience implementing, configuring, and supporting enterprise security technologies, including EDR/XDR, DLP, identity and access management, vulnerability management, cloud security, and attack surface management solutions.
Experience with security platforms such as Microsoft Defender XDR, Google SecOps,ReliaQuestGreyMatter, Netskope, Box Shield, or comparable technologies.
Experience with PowerShell and automation of security operations in enterprise environments.
Strong understanding of networking, operating systems, enterprise infrastructure, and cloud computing concepts.
Familiarity with cloud security services and governance tools within Microsoft Azure and AWS environments.
Experience with vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and security monitoring practices.
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001.
Understanding ofsecurity considerations for emerging technologies, including AI and Large Language Model (LLM) solutions.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to show ownership of your work, take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities, anddemonstratepatience when learning new processes
Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders
This position has an estimated base salary of $95,000 - $110,000 plus a discretionary bonus. An employment offer is based on the applicant’s relevant work experience, applicable knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
What We Offer
The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners
Comprehensive benefit options* that have earned Walker & Dunlop the gold level of the 2025 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™, some of which include:
- Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
- Competitive dental and vision benefits
- Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
- A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that
promote health, engagement, and balance
- Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
- Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance
- Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching
*Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked
We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, and genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to be a safe place to ask questions, build professional relationships, and develop careers.
SPAM
Please be wary of recruitment scams. An indication of a scam might be a request for sensitive or bank information at the time of application or emails coming from a non walkerdunlop.com email address. Please call us at 301.215.5500, if you have any concerns about information requested during or after the application process.
Background checks, including any questions related to infractions, arrests, or conviction records, will not be conducted until after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. We will consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of arrest and conviction records, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
Originally posted on Himalayas