2027 Technology Development Program - Cybersecurity (Encryption Services)
About The Position
The 2027 Technology Development Program (TDP) is a two-year rotational development program designed to build technical expertise within Cybersecurity. Participants gain hands-on experience supporting two Cybersecurity teams, developing technical skills, business acumen, and a foundation for a long-term Cybersecurity career. The program includes career planning, technical and competency-based training, mentorship, and challenging assessments to help shape participants’ career objectives. The Encryption Services team protects M&T Bank customer and corporate information by implementing and managing enterprise encryption technologies. Its capabilities include cryptographic key management, certificate management, encryption standards, and data protection controls across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. Team members partner with Cybersecurity and technology stakeholders to support secure solutions and strengthen data protection practices. Technologies may include Azure, AWS, Ansible, Windows and Linux operating systems, and enterprise encryption and cryptography solutions. Participants complete rotations across Cybersecurity teams and technical disciplines, contribute to projects, and receive mentorship from experienced technology staff. Their post-program assignment in a core area is determined through career path design, performance, assessment, and interest. The role is located in Buffalo, New York. The pay range is $29.57–$43.99 per hour; the specific rate depends on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or an Information Technology-related field.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Demonstrated experience with an Information Technology discipline, such as data networking, application development, platform operating systems, databases, data analytics, or information security.
- Understanding of hardware configurations and software concepts in the current environment and future technologies.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven influencing skills.
- Demonstrated teamwork and collaborative focus.
- Analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software.
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies and ceremonies.
Nice To Haves
- Intermediate to advanced programming skills in one or more pertinent languages.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2.
- Experience from technology internships.
Responsibilities
- Develop in-depth technical skills in Cybersecurity through mentorship from experienced technology staff.
- Contribute to projects involving cloud technologies, infrastructure as code, automation, and cybersecurity initiatives.
- Complete rotations across Cybersecurity teams and technical disciplines to understand how they are used at the Bank and work together to deliver solutions and services to internal and external customers.
- Determine a post-program assignment in a core area through career path design, performance, assessment, and interest.
- Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with its Risk Appetite, and identify risk-related issues requiring 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 and applicable issues raised by external regulators.
- Complete other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
