Security Engineer IV – API/Cloud Security

Edward Jones; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Edward Jones is seeking a Security Engineer IV to safeguard information system resources and assets. You will collaborate with the security team to align systems with policies and support business objectives.

The role focuses on administering API, cloud and SaaS security, while leading complex security initiatives and mentoring junior engineers. Location options include Tempe, AZ, with hybrid work expectations and occasional on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS or related field.
• 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, API security or related engineering disciplines.
• Experience with security aspects of Linux/UNIX, Windows, Web, network tools and data loss prevention.

Responsibilities

• Administer API Security, Cloud and SaaS security posture management; work with AI security tooling.
• Troubleshoot day-to-day security issues and incidents.
• Design, implement and support API security controls across enterprise apps and third-party integrations.
• Lead investigations and remediation for API security incidents and vulnerabilities.
• Analyze API traffic patterns and security telemetry to detect anomalies and attacks.

Skills

API security

Cloud security

SaaS security

AI security tooling

Agile methodologies

Troubleshooting

Security leadership

Secure coding

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Proofpoint

Vulnerability Assessment Tools

LDAP

DNS

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Job description

This job posting is anticipated to remain open for 30 days, from 31-Aug-2026. The posting may close early due to the volume of applicants.
Join a financial services firm where your contributions are valued. Edward Jones is a Fortune 500 company where people come first. With over 9 million clients and 20,000 financial advisors across the U.S. and Canada, we?re proud to be privately-owned, placing the focus on our clients rather than shareholder returns.

Behind everything we do is our purpose: We partner for positive impact to improve the lives of our clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. We are an innovative, flexible, and inclusive organization that attracts, develops, and inspires performance excellence and a sense of belonging.

People are at the center of our partnership. Edward Jones associates are seen, heard, respected, and supported. This is what we believe makes us the best place to start or build your career.

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Team Overview:

Join our team as a Security Engineer IV and contribute to the safeguarding of our information system resources and assets. We’re seeking a team player with a positive attitude, drive and the ability to collaborate closely with our security team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that our security systems align with Information Security policies and standards while supporting our firm’s business objectives.

What You’ll Do

• Perform administration of API Security, Cloud and SaaS Security Posture management, AI security tooling and other firm platforms as needed
• Participate in troubleshooting efforts to resolve day to day issues
• Involvement in Agile methodologies to build out our security platforms
• Find gaps in security controls and be able to recommend possible resolutions
• Participate in daily operational work that comes with large enterprise networks
• For some functions, there may be requirements for on-call work outside normal business hours and scheduled tasks occurring outside business hours
• Provide technical leadership and complete complex system level assignments
• Design, implement, and support API security controls across enterprise applications, cloud services, and third-party integrations
• Lead investigations and remediation efforts for API-related security incidents, vulnerabilities, and compliance findings
• Analyze API traffic patterns and security telemetry to identify anomalous behavior, abuse, and potential attacks
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and security analysts on API security best practices and secure coding principles

What Experience You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, related field or related work experience
• 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, application security, API security, or related engineering disciplines
• Knowledge and understanding of security systems, risks, concepts and terminology.
• Hands on experience with the security aspects of critical technologies (e.g., Linux, UNIX, Proofpoint, Windows, Web, LDAP, DBMS, Network, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), API Security, DNS, Vulnerability Assessment Tools)
• An intermediate to advanced understanding of at least one of the following environments; API Security, CSPM, SSPM or AI Security is highly preferred
• An intermediate understanding of Azure Cloud environments, controls and architecture is preferred.
• Comprehension of basic scripting languages (e.g., shell, PERL, Visual Basic, PHP, Python) is preferred.
• Ability to diagnose security, network, and system issues
• Understand infrastructure architecture ? networks, security tools, operating systems and provides input to leaders about the impact of these components
• Strong understanding of API security risks, including OWASP API Security Top 10 vulnerabilities and modern attack techniques
• Ability to effectively communicate technical risks and remediation recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working with API Security tooling in containerized environments

**Candidates that live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office four days per week effective June 1, 2026. Before June 1, 2026, candidates that live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office three days per week, with preference for Tuesday through Thursday.**

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Edward Jones’ compensation and benefits package includes medical and prescription drug, dental, vision, voluntary benefits (such as accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness), short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage. Short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage are provided at no cost to associates. Edward Jones offers a 401k retirement plan, and tax-advantaged accounts: health savings account, and flexible spending account. Edward Jones observes ten paid holidays and provides 15 days of vacation for new associates beginning on January 1 of each year, as well as sick time, personal days, and a paid day for volunteerism. Associates may be eligible for bonuses and profit sharing. All associates are eligible for the firm’s Employee Assistance Program. For more information on the Benefits available to Edward Jones associates, please visit our .