Manager, Security Development & Engineering

The Charles Schwab Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charles Schwab Corporation is seeking a Security Software Development Engineer to join Schwab Cybersecurity Services in on-site Phoenix. You will design orchestration and automation solutions, build secure log pipelines for SIEM, and collaborate with SOC analysts to tune detections and automate security operations.

Ideal candidates have 4–6 years in cybersecurity engineering, strong Python and GCP skills, experience with SIEM/SOAR, and a CS degree.

Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years of direct experience in cybersecurity engineering, with experience in SIEM/SOAR development.
• Proficiency in Cloud service implementation preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services
• Strong programming skills in Python for scripting, automation, and API integrations.
• Experience with implementation of resiliency and SecOps feed and health monitoring system
• Ability to analyze security event data, troubleshoot complex issues related to log sources, and fine-tune detection logic.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic and fast-paced team environments
• Exposure and strong interest in cloud AI/ML frameworks
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.
• A bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Responsibilities

• Design orchestration and automation solutions using Google SecOps platform.
• Develop end-to-end secure log ingestion pipelines for SIEM analyses.
• Collaborate with SOC analysts to develop, assess, and tune high-fidelity detection rules and analytics.
• Develop, implement, and maintain automation playbooks to streamline security operations and incident response.
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities into security workflows using Google's AI services.
• Create comprehensive technical documentation and generate reports on automated controls.
• Influence peers and build cross-team relationships to drive security outcomes.
• Tackle problems of diverse scope requiring analysis of data and context

Skills

SIEM/SOAR

Python

GCP

AI/ML in security

Security event analytics

Cloud security

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Job description

Your Opportunity

Schwab remains committed to providing increased visibility to career growth opportunities and job requirements. This posting announcement is part of increased transparency and while all qualified applicants will be reviewed and considered, this organization has a preferred candidate identified for this role.

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location.

The Schwab Cybersecurity Services (SCS) organization is a centralized Center of Excellence (COE) within Schwab Technology Services (STS) that provides security services to advance Schwab’s security posture of critical assets.

Application and Data Engineering organization within SCS owns the strategy, design, development, implementation and support through automation and orchestration for achieving high security and performance, increasing efficiency, and eliminating manual repetitive tasks in cyber operations and business process within SCS. We are looking for the right candidate to join our team as a Security Software Development Engineer with responsibilities that include:

• Designing, building orchestration and automation solutions using Google SecOps platform.

• Designing and developing end-to-end secure log ingestion pipelines, ensuring data is accurately parsed, normalized, and enriched for analysis within the SIEM.

• Collaborating with Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts to develop, assess, and tune high-fidelity detection rules, analytics, and correlation searches.

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining automation playbooks and workflows to streamline security operations and accelerate incident response and triage.

• Integrating AI and machine learning capabilities into security workflows. Leveraging Google's AI services (e.g., Gemini for Security Operations) to enable intelligent, context-aware next generation automation solutions.

• Creating comprehensive technical documentation. Generate reports to demonstrate the effectiveness of automated security controls.

• Positively influencing the behavior of peers and building relationships with other teams independently.

• Working on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluating specific factors.

What you have

To ensure that we have fulfilled our promise of 'challenging the status quo,' this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.

Required Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years of direct experience in cybersecurity engineering, with experience in SIEM/SOAR development.

• Proficiency in Cloud service implementation preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services

• Strong programming skills in Python for scripting, automation, and API integrations.

• Experience with implementation of resiliency and SecOps feed and health monitoring system

• Ability to analyze security event data, troubleshoot complex issues related to log sources, and fine-tune detection logic.

• Ability to thrive in dynamic and fast-paced team environments

• Exposure and strong interest in cloud AI/ML frameworks

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are preferred.

• Demonstrated experience applying AI and machine learning concepts to security, including Google's AI-powered security feature

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities

What’s in it for you

At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance