Cyber Security Engineer III

First Citizens Bank•Raleigh, NC

4d•Remote

About The Position

This role can be hired remotely in NC, AZ, VA and TX. This position ensures the technological and digital security of the Bank at a high level of ability and technical expertise. Mitigates exposure to cyber threats, security risks, and unauthorized access. Assesses organizational networks, applications, or systems for potential vulnerabilities. Protects assets and information through a variety of methods, resolving security issues or incidents as they arise. Maintains a strong knowledge of industry practices, technology, and evolving threats in order to enhance defenses for the Bank's information systems and resources. May oversee less experienced associates in the work group.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience in systems engineering, networking or information security technologies -OR- High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 10 years of experience in systems engineering, networking or information security technologies
Working knowledge of federated authentication protocols, including SAML and OpenID Connect (OIDC)
Demonstrated experience automating repetitive security or identity tasks

Nice To Haves

Scripting and automation experience using PowerShell
Python scripting experience
Experience with one or more enterprise IAM/SSO platforms (e.g., Okta, Ping)
Familiarity with step-up / adaptive authentication concepts
Exposure to Infrastructure as Code practices (e.g., Terraform)
Experience building identity or security workflow automations (e.g., Okta Workflows)
Familiarity with passwordless technologies (e.g., Windows Hello, Okta FastPass)
Familiarity with identity threat protection tools (e.g., Silverfort)

Responsibilities

Administers tools or processes that secure assigned technical areas and data.
Participates in security audits, identifies security gaps, and develops and implements risk mitigation solutions.
Ensures compliance with necessary protocols, configurations, or procedures.
Identifies and evaluates potential threats or vulnerabilities in the Bank's networks, applications, or systems.
Compiles data from external or internal sources.
Creates actionable intelligence based on review of analysis.
Maintains a current knowledge of technology, emerging threats, and security trends within the assigned technical area.
Provides guidance on appropriate security protocols.
Leads technical projects and may serve as a resource to other business units.
Ensures team members are trained on the current trends, threats, and applicable technologies.
Investigates and resolves complex, escalated security incidents which may include unauthorized access, malware infections, configuration anomalies, cyber attacks, and other risks.
Assists senior leadership in the development of security policies, standards, and strategies.