Cyber Security Engineer II - SailPoint (Remote - NC, TX, AZ )

Cyberfreek Industries, llc; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 105,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

First Citizens Bank is seeking an IAM/Security Engineer for a remote role across the United States. Primary duties include administering security tools, auditing for gaps, and mitigating risks. You’ll analyze threats, support incidents, and help shape security policies.

Strong AD/ IAM experience and the ability to communicate risks are essential. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 4+ years in security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 4+ years in security/engineering.
• Experience with IAM and identity lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of AD, LDAP, and RBAC concepts.
• Ability to communicate risks clearly from assessments.
• Willingness for after-hours support and limited travel.

Responsibilities

• Administers security tools and processes to protect data and systems.
• Participates in security audits and mitigates risks identified.
• Identify threats and compile actionable intelligence.
• Maintain current security knowledge and provide guidance.
• Assist in policy development and incident investigations.

Skills

Data security

Active Directory

IAM concepts

Risk communication

After-hours support

Education

Bachelor's degree

GED/High School

Tools

SailPoint IdentityIQ

SQL

PowerShell

JavaScript

Job description

Overview

This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. Priority given to those located remotely in North Carolina, Arizona and Texas.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Duties & Responsibilities

• Technical Security - 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.
• Analysis - Identifies and evaluates identify 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.
• Security Expertise - Maintains a current knowledge of technology, emerging threats, and security trends within the assigned technical area. Provides guidance on appropriate security protocols. Participates in special projects as a technical and security resource. May assist with training on trends, threats, and applicable technologies.
• Issue Resolution - Investigates and resolves security incidents which may include unauthorized access, malware infections, configuration anomalies, cyber attacks, and other risks. Escalates as appropriate.
• Business Planning - May assist in in the development of security policies, standards, and strategies.

Position Specific Skills

• Knowledge of data security practices, procedures. monitoring and alert tools, and risk management standards
• Knowledge of Active Directory administration and user provisioning, Domain Name System, Group Policy Objects, New Technology File System permissions, File Shares, SharePoint, and Domain controllers
• Knowledge of Identity and Access Management concepts and technologies
• Ability to clearly communicate risks, threats, and vulnerabilities identified during assessments
• Availability to provide after-hours operational support on a rotational basis, with minimal travel

Qualifications

Minimum Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree and 4 years' experience.

OR

High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent and 8 years' experience in Systems Engineering, Network, or Information Security.

Preferred experience

• 3-4 years of proven experience as an IAM Engineer or in a related position.
• Proficient in SailPoint IdentityIQ installation, configuration, and administration.
• Strong understanding of IAM concepts, including identity lifecycle management, role-based access control (RBAC), and least privilege principles.
• Familiarity with directory services (e.g., Active Directory, LDAP).
• Experience with scripting (JavaScript, PowerShell) and SQL queries.

Additional Information

This job posting is expected to remain active for 14 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.

The base pay for this position is generally between $105,000 and $160,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.