Lead, Infrastructure Security Engineer - Identity Governance

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD); Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 134,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Wellness program

Education benefit

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD) in Newark, NJ is seeking an Infrastructure Security Engineer focused on Identity Governance and Administration. You will collaborate with product owners, tech leads, and engineers to build scalable identity platforms and automation that manage user access across systems.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in software development with Java/Spring, Python, and experience deploying on AWS or Azure.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience developing software applications with a primary focus on Java (Spring framework) and some Python experience.
• Proficient in building cloud-based applications on AWS or Azure and containerized environments with Docker/Kubernetes.
• Experience with SDLC tools such as Git, Jira, and Jenkins and a strong ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product owners, tech leads, designers, and engineers to implement the product vision.
• Identify opportunities, diagnose issues, and research solutions to improve security and scalability.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders and manage multiple priorities in a results-driven team.
• Develop software and automated solutions to manage identity governance and administration lifecycles.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Excellent communication

Teamwork / collaboration

Strong ownership

Self-initiative

Tools

Java

Python

Spring Boot

Spring Cloud

Spring MVC

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Git

Jira

Jenkins

SDLC tools

Job description

Job Classification: Technology - Engineering & Cloud

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

As an Infrastructure Security Engineer on the Identity Governance and Administration team, you will collaborate with product owners, tech leads, designers, software engineers, and delivery professionals to enhance our identity governance and administration platforms. You will develop software and automated solutions to manage the lifecycle of identities and user access while addressing complex business problems and deploying new products and services. In addition to technical expertise and experience, this role requires strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills, along with agile methodologies, business insight, leadership abilities, and a focus on continuous learning.

Here is What You Can Expect on a Typical Day

• Collaborate with the Identity Governance and Administration product owner and tech lead to implement the product vision and strategy.
• Identify opportunities, diagnose issues, and research solutions.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders and team members.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities within a results-driven team environment.

The Skills & Expertise You Bring

• Ability to manage multiple programs and projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in data analysis to identify gaps, determine attack surfaces, and implement remediation.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a cross-enterprise team.
• 6+ years of experience developing software applications with a primary focus on Java (Spring framework) and some experience on Python.
• Strong background in Java development, including Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring MVC, and building scalable enterprise applications.
• Proficiency in Python for data processing, automation, and application development.
• Experience building cloud-based applications on AWS or Azure.
• Understanding of database architecture and cloud storage solutions.
• Experience with Docker and container orchestration (AWS ECS, EKS, Kubernetes).
• Extensive knowledge and experience with SDLC tools such as Git, Jira, Jenkins, etc.
• Proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to quickly learn new skills and tackle challenges with self-initiative.
• Excellent communication skills for explaining complex technical concepts to various audiences.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovation and challenging the status quo.

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 $133,600.00 to $220,400.00. 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).
• 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.
• 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.

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.

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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.

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.