Senior Cyber Security Engineer – Security Services

General Motors • Austin, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Role: As a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in safeguarding General Motors' automotive computer systems and embedded platforms against evolving cyber threats. This position focuses on the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust security services within a dynamic, high-stakes environment. What You'll Do: Technical Leadership: Lead the technical aspects of the application onboarding process, including the design, development, and implementation of authentication and authorization protocols (e.g., SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect). Onboarding Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive onboarding strategy that aligns with the overall goals of the Cyber Security and IAM teams, ensuring secure and efficient integration of applications. Collaboration: Work closely with application owners, developers, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure that onboarding processes meet both security and business needs. Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the onboarding process, including automation and best practices. Security Compliance: Ensure that all onboarded applications adhere to internal and external security policies and compliance standards, conducting risk assessments and implementing necessary controls. Innovation: Stay informed on the latest trends and technologies in Cyber Security and IAM, and incorporate innovative solutions to improve the onboarding process. Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and other team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of onboarding processes, security protocols, and any custom integrations, ensuring that knowledge is easily accessible and transferable.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Cyber Security, with a strong focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• Proven experience in leading the integration of applications into IAM systems in a complex, enterprise environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with authentication and authorization protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect.
• Experience with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to streamline processes.
• Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, and access control mechanisms.
• Proficiency in Identity and Access Management platforms and tools, such as Entra ID, GCP, AWS or similar.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers and team members.
• Strategic thinker with a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or other relevant security certifications.
• Experience in a lead engineering role within a Cyber Security or IAM organization.
• Experience in project management, particularly in leading cross-functional technical initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical aspects of the application onboarding process.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive onboarding strategy.
• Work closely with application owners, developers, and business stakeholders.
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the onboarding process.
• Ensure that all onboarded applications adhere to internal and external security policies and compliance standards.
• Stay informed on the latest trends and technologies in Cyber Security and IAM, and incorporate innovative solutions to improve the onboarding process.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and other team members.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of onboarding processes, security protocols, and any custom integrations.

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees