Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer - MS System Center Suite and Hyper-V

Prudential Financial • Newark, NJ

22h

About The Position

Are you interested in building capabilities that enable the organization with innovation, speed, agility, scalability and efficiency? The Global Technology team takes great pride in our culture where digital transformation is built into our DNA! When you join our organization at Prudential, you’ll unlock an exciting and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading financial services institutions. Your Team & Role As a Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer in the Workforce Identity Management team, you will partner with product owners, tech leads, engineers, and security stakeholders to improve Prudential’s infrastructure for the identity and Access management platform. An important function of this role is to ensure the identity platform infrastructure remains in compliance with the Information Security Standards and processes. You will bring excellent problem solving, communication and teamwork skills, along with agile ways of working, strong business insight, an inclusive leadership attitude, and a continuous learning focus to all that you do. Here is What You Can Expect on a Typical Day Review and understand all applicable Information Security Standards and Engineering Specifications; create an action plan to remediate out of compliance issues Ensure product and infrastructure security is maintained throughout the system lifecycle, integrating new security features, patches, and updates into existing environments managed by System Center components (Hyper-V, SCVMM, SCCM, SCOM, SCDPM) Collaborate with our Information Security Office regularly to complete security hardening on identity management platform infrastructure Collaborate with other engineering teams to maintain a secure and highly available environment Coordinate the scheduling of patches and upgrades on identity management platform systems as well as ensure accurate operational information in CMDB Provide technical support to stakeholders and business applications teams Bring a strong understanding of relevant and emerging technologies, provide input and assist fellow team members Work on complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangible variables. The Skills & Expertise You Bring Bachelor of Computer Science or related experience in identity security related field Security identity architectures and frameworks, privileged access management Audit and compliance engagements and ability to field and tend to PCI/SOX/Fed regulatory requirements as well as remedial action plans Ability to mentor others with minimal guidance and effectively leverage diverse ideas, experiences, thoughts and perspectives to the benefit of the organization Experience with agile development methodologies and Test-Driven Development (TDD) Knowledge of business concepts tools and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business Ability to learn new skills and knowledge on an on-going basis through self-initiative and tackling challenges Excellent problem solving, communication and collaboration skills Must have qualifications On-Premises Microsoft software and System Center suite: System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM): Manage and maintain physical Hyper-V hosts, virtual machines (VMs) and overall lifecycle management (provision, monitor, optimize, migrate), ensure high availability and performance System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM): Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot, ensure compliance, and reporting of software and security updates to identity management systems System Center Operations Manager (SCOM): Implement and maintain monitoring rules, alerts, dashboards, to proactively detect and address issues for identity management systems System Center Orchestrator (SCORCH): Design and implement automation workflows to support identity and access management systems System Center Data Protection Manager (SCDPM): Configure and manage backup and recovery for identity platform servers and VMs, monitor backup jobs, troubleshoot failures, and ensure data integrity SQL Server: Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL server instances that support System center components, ensuring availability, performing, tuning, backup, and security of SQL databases Server Administration: Windows Server operating system and Hyper-V virtualization Programming Languages: PowerShell scripting and automation Cloud Computing: Understanding and knowledge Azure resource bridge, Azure Arc and other Azure Cloud infrastructure management tool Work Experience 4+ Years of Infrastructure management with Microsoft System Center suite and Hyper-V 2+ Years focused on IAM technology and 2+ Years in information technology/Cybersecurity. Bachelor’s degree in computer science field or equivalent experience You’ll Love Working Here Because You Can Join a team and culture where your voice matters; where every day, your work transforms our experiences to make lives better. As you put your skills to use, we’ll help you make an even bigger impact with learning experiences that can grow your technical AND leadership capabilities. You’ll be surprised by what this rock-solid organization has in store for you. What we offer you: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $104,000.00 to $171,600.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level. Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave. 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%). Company-funded pension plan. Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs. Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development. Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs. Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week. Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email [email protected]. If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email [email protected] to request assistance. Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a global financial services leader and premier active global investment manager with approximately $1.4 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees help make lives better and create financial opportunity for more people by expanding access to investing, insurance, and retirement security. Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for 150 years. For more information please visit news.prudential.com. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential. PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), is a global investment manager with US $1.3 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives. For more information about PGIM, visit pgim.com. Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom, or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more information please visit news.prudential.com. PGIM Inc. (PGIM) is the principal asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI), a company incorporated and with its principal place of business in the United States. PFI of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Computer Science or related experience in identity security related field
• Security identity architectures and frameworks, privileged access management
• Audit and compliance engagements and ability to field and tend to PCI/SOX/Fed regulatory requirements as well as remedial action plans
• Ability to mentor others with minimal guidance and effectively leverage diverse ideas, experiences, thoughts and perspectives to the benefit of the organization
• Experience with agile development methodologies and Test-Driven Development (TDD)
• Knowledge of business concepts tools and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business
• Ability to learn new skills and knowledge on an on-going basis through self-initiative and tackling challenges
• Excellent problem solving, communication and collaboration skills
• On-Premises Microsoft software and System Center suite: System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM): Manage and maintain physical Hyper-V hosts, virtual machines (VMs) and overall lifecycle management (provision, monitor, optimize, migrate), ensure high availability and performance System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM): Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot, ensure compliance, and reporting of software and security updates to identity management systems System Center Operations Manager (SCOM): Implement and maintain monitoring rules, alerts, dashboards, to proactively detect and address issues for identity management systems System Center Orchestrator (SCORCH): Design and implement automation workflows to support identity and access management systems System Center Data Protection Manager (SCDPM): Configure and manage backup and recovery for identity platform servers and VMs, monitor backup jobs, troubleshoot failures, and ensure data integrity SQL Server: Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL server instances that support System center components, ensuring availability, performing, tuning, backup, and security of SQL databases Server Administration: Windows Server operating system and Hyper-V virtualization Programming Languages: PowerShell scripting and automation Cloud Computing: Understanding and knowledge Azure resource bridge, Azure Arc and other Azure Cloud infrastructure management tool
• 4+ Years of Infrastructure management with Microsoft System Center suite and Hyper-V
• 2+ Years focused on IAM technology and 2+ Years in information technology/Cybersecurity.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science field or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

• Technologies: Active Directory (AD), Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS), Splunk, Service Now
• Agile Format: Jira, Jira Align, ability to plan in Agile Format
• Documentation: Ability to write clear documentation using Confluence

Responsibilities

• Review and understand all applicable Information Security Standards and Engineering Specifications; create an action plan to remediate out of compliance issues
• Ensure product and infrastructure security is maintained throughout the system lifecycle, integrating new security features, patches, and updates into existing environments managed by System Center components (Hyper-V, SCVMM, SCCM, SCOM, SCDPM)
• Collaborate with our Information Security Office regularly to complete security hardening on identity management platform infrastructure
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to maintain a secure and highly available environment
• Coordinate the scheduling of patches and upgrades on identity management platform systems as well as ensure accurate operational information in CMDB
• Provide technical support to stakeholders and business applications teams
• Bring a strong understanding of relevant and emerging technologies, provide input and assist fellow team members
• Work on complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangible variables

Benefits

• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company-funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level