Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

M&T Bank•Buffalo, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role offers a hybrid work schedule providing the opportunity for in-person collaboration at our Buffalo, NY location. Overview: Responsible for designing and implementing medium-scale security systems and solutions to develop or enhance new or existing security solutions, solving moderate to complex problems or enhancements. Completes day-to-day support activities and special projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or work experience
Proficient ability to use multiple Cybersecurity tools, specific to function.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate understanding of the security system development and infrastructure lifecycle and architecture, and systems design
Proven experience with the tools utilized in assigned Cybersecurity function
Experience translating architecture into technical requirements.
Proficient level of critical thinking and problem solving
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven experience collaborating with leaders to execute results.
Prior experience seeking buy-in of others to align on processes.
Ability to analyze and draw conclusions based on quantitative data from multiple sources.

Responsibilities

Design components of security solutions with significant complexity and moderate risk, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity objectives and organizational needs
Configure and develop controls for security tools or systems to fortify system defenses.
Design and execute testing of systems and technology thoroughly in coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and effectiveness of security measures.
Deploy security systems and code, ensuring seamless integration into existing infrastructure while minimizing disruptions.
Continuously monitor and tune security systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in mitigating and detecting threats.
Develop and implement automated installation, configuration, and processes to streamline security operations and response activities.
Partner with Cybersecurity and Technology teams on security solutions implementations and maintenance
Proactively recommend process enhancements and implements prioritized improvements within Cybersecurity team.
Engage with vendor for routine security products or solutions support.
Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.
Design, implement, maintain, and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis.
Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
Complete other related duties as assigned.