Lead Security Engineer - Developer, Cloud, Kubernetes

Socket.dev; Roseland (NJ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP's Global Security Organization seeks a Lead Cyber Security Engineer to drive security program engineering across data centers and cloud environments. You will lead global projects covering SIEM, CVM, DPI, CPSM, SOAR, and data warehouses, partnering with IT, PMO and clients to deploy secure solutions and mentor junior engineers.

Requires 8+ years in cybersecurity, strong cloud and Kubernetes experience, scripting (Python/PowerShell/Ansible), and certifications; hybrid work in the US with

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in Cybersecurity, including designing and deploying security solutions.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, protocols and best practices.
• Experience with CVM, DLP, SIEM, SOAR, DPI, IDS, EDR and DBMS.
• Experience with Linux/Windows server deployments and Kubernetes environments.
• Cloud experience across AWS/Azure/GCP and data warehouse tech.
• Proficiency with scripting and API interactions (Python/Ansible/PowerShell).

Responsibilities

• Lead global security projects, strategy, design and deployment of tools across data centers and cloud environments.
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve highly complex problems.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide training to operations teams.
• Collaborate with IT, PMO and clients on deployment requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.

Skills

Kubernetes

Cloud security

Python

Ansible

PowerShell

SOAR

DLP

Windows/Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

VMs

Entra ID

Active Directory

Job description

ADP is Hiring a Lead Cloud Security Engineer - Kubernetes

Unlock Your Career Potential: Global Security Organization at ADP.

Do you have a passion for going on the offensive to safeguard critical information? As ADP's Global Security Organization (GSO), we know that our clients rely on us for human capital management solutions, but beyond that, they entrust us with one of their most valuable assets -- their employee data.

We are honored by this trust and are laser focused on securing data at every step in the information lifecycle, ensuring integrity, confidentiality and compliance with industry and government regulations at all times.

From the cloud to the data center and across every emerging device, you'll join a team of experts in the GSO who are always staying one step ahead in this ever-changing world of data by continually evolving our strategies and technologies to protect ADP and our clients.

POSITION SUMMARY

As Lead Cyber Security Engineer, you will join a highly skilled team providing world-class security program engineering, security consultation and security technology implementation for ADP's Global Security Organization (GSO).

This includes global deployment of technologies such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Compliance and Vulnerability Management (CVM), Deep Packet Inspection (DPI), Cloud Security Posture Management (CPSM), Security Orchestration Automation Response (SOAR), Data Warehouses both on premises and across cloud providers.

The Lead Security Engineer will have a deep cross-functional understanding of both logical and physical security supported by practical application. They will be required to interact with the Converged Security Architecture Team, Project Management Team, and global IT Teams to develop and enhance the security program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead global security projects, strategy, design, architecture and deployment of security tools across multiple data centers and cloud environments
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve highly complex problems
• Maintain, upgrade and continuously improve security solutions
• Working closely with vendors to PoC security solutions and provide recommendations to management, along with implement security solutions
• Create, update and review documentation for deployed security solutions
• Ability to work individually or within a group
• Collaborate with IT, Project Management and clients on requirements and deployment of security technologies
• Maintain an expert level understanding of attacks, vectors and emergent threats
• Continuous learning of new skills and technologies
• Strong/effective time management and organizational skills
• General understanding of regulatory requirements such as GPDR, HIPPA, PCI DSS and maintaining compliance with such standards
• Provide consulting to the business and IT to adhere with ADP’s security standards and best practices
• Partner with other security teams to identify and implement technology or process improvements that mature our security services
• Participate and provide feedback in interviews for new candidates within the engineering team
• Mentor and provide guidance and training to junior team members
• Handover and provide training to operations team for maintenance and upkeep of technologies

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• 8+ years’ experience in Cybersecurity, including designing and deploying security solutions
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, protocols and best practices
• Previous management and deployment of security solutions such as: CVM, DLP, SIEM, UDP, SOAR, DPI, IDS, EDR, DBMS
• Strong working experience with server deployment, best practices and management (VM’s, Hardware, K8s) across Windows and Linux
• Knowledge and working experience with data warehouse and data lake technologies
• Prior working experience with SSO configuration, Entra ID and Active Directory
• Strong working experience with one or more cloud provider’s: AWS, Azure, GCP
• Deep understanding of core IT concepts: DNS/DHCP, TCP-IP stack, Unix/Windows Operations systems
• Strong analytical and cross functional knowledge across multiple security disciplines
• Highly experienced in troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal presentation and written communication skills
• Possess a high degree of integrity, trustworthiness, and the ability to work independently
• Prior working experience of scripting/automation in programming languages (Python, Ansible, or PowerShell) and interacting with API’s
• Great understanding and working experience in network security, encryption, and identity management solutions
• Core knowledge and understanding of most major TCP/IP application protocols (DNS, SMTP, HTTP, BGP, LDAP, IMAP, SSH, FTP, KRB5, DHCP, CIFS)
• Participation in Security and compliance Audits security incident management. risk assessments, identify gaps and document action items
• One or more certifications in: CISSP, GSEC, GCIA, CISA, CRISC, CISM, PMP, AWS/Azure/GCP Cloud certifications
• Experience with GenAI and LLM

To Succeed in This Role

• You'll have a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

• Cloud experience and Cloud Certifications
• Extensive Systems Administration Experience in both Linux and Windows
• Advanced Scripting (Python) and familiarity with API's
• Prior experience managing Kubernetes environments
• Automation experiencing using Ansible
• Security Certifications

YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE BECAUSE YOU CAN

• Have courageous team collaboration. Courage comes from how associates are willing to have difficult conversations, speak up, be an owner, and challenge one another's ideas to net out the best solution.
• Deliver at epic scale. We deliver real user outcomes using strong judgment and good instincts. We're obsessed with the art of achieving simplicity with a focus on client happiness and productivity.
• Be surrounded by curious learners. We align ourselves with other smart people in an environment where we grow and elevate one another to the next level. We encourage our associates to listen, stay agile, and learn from mistakes.
• Act like an owner & doer. Mission-driven and committed to leading change, you will be encouraged to take on any challenge and solve complex problems. No tasks are beneath or too great for us. We are hands-on and willing to master our craft.
• Give back to others. Always do the right thing for our clients and our community and humbly give back to the community where we live and work. Support our associates in times of need through ADP's Philanthropic Foundation.
• Join a company committed to equality and equity. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions.

What are you waiting for?

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