Security Engineering Director

Truist; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Truist is seeking a senior leader to Direct the Defense Response Optimization (DROP) function, a horizontal cybersecurity team maximizing operational use of security capabilities within the Security Defense organization.

You will lead cross-platform capability optimization and advanced Incident Response to translate new and existing technology features into repeatable investigation and response outcomes, partnering across Truist Protection Services to strengthen platform-native response.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in cybersecurity or IT.
• 10+ years of experience in security engineering or related cybersecurity roles.
• Deep expertise in threat modeling, security testing, and penetration testing.
• Experience with information security technologies and operational handoff.

Responsibilities

• Directs short- to mid-term operational plans for the cybersecurity engineering area.
• Oversees design, development, and deployment of cybersecurity solutions and frameworks across teams.
• Manages threat modeling, security testing, and penetration testing activities for platforms and services.
• Oversees integration and improvement of information security technologies within the area.
• Advises on security issues and risk trade-offs to senior management.
• Coordinates with internal teams and vendors to align with standards and regulatory requirements.
• Upholds security policies and best practices across the area and addresses gaps.
• Directs crisis management, incident response, and forensic activities.
• Develops and coaches lower-level managers and senior engineers.
• Contributes to technology, risk management, and compliance decisions.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Threat modeling

Security testing

Penetration testing

Information security technologies

Configuration management

Operational handoff

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Security automation tools

Job description

Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency:

English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

Directs the Defense Response Optimization (DROP) function, a horizontal cybersecurity team responsible for maximizing the operational use of security capabilities within the Security Defense organization. Leads cross-platform capability optimization and advanced Incident Response to translate new and existing technology features into repeatable investigation and response outcomes. Partners across Truist Protection Services to strengthen platform-native response, improve response processes, and transfer executable procedures into existing operational functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

1. Directs the execution of short- to mid-term operational plans for the cybersecurity engineering job area, aligning team objectives and priorities with strategies set by senior leadership.


2. Manages the design, development, and deployment of cybersecurity solutions and frameworks for direct team, ensuring consistency, quality, and reuse across multiple manager-led teams.


3. Coordinates and oversees threat modeling, security testing, and penetration testing activities for supported platforms and services, ensuring effective coverage and measurable risk reduction.


4. Oversees the integration and incremental improvement of information security technologies within the job area, monitoring adoption, performance, and lifecycle activities.


5. Provides input to senior managers and key functional stakeholders on security issues and risk trade-offs within the job area, translating established strategies into detailed, executable plans.


6. Partners with internal teams and designated external vendors or service providers to ensure the job area’s activities align with cybersecurity standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.


7. Applies and upholds established security policies, standards, and best practices across the job area, monitoring adherence and addressing gaps in partnership with team managers.


8. Directs crisis management, incident response, and forensic activities for incidents within direct team, ensuring managers follow defined playbooks, escalated appropriately, and capture lessons learned.


9. Develops and coaches lower-level managers and senior engineers across the job area, reinforcing expectations for delivery, collaboration, innovation, accountability, and performance.


10. Contributes to technology, risk management, and compliance decisions affecting the job area, providing feedback and recommendations into broader security plans and priorities defined by leadership.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and work experience in cybersecurity, information technology, or related field.


2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in security engineering or related cybersecurity roles.


3. Deep expertise in cybersecurity principles, threat modeling, security testing, and penetration testing.


4. Experience with information security technologies, configuration management, and operational handoff.


5. Advanced management and leadership knowledge to manage multiple teams and drive tactical and operational security initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Advanced certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP, CEH).


2. Experience with security automation and orchestration tools.


3. Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).


4. Familiarity with emerging cybersecurity technologies and trends.


5. Prior experience in a technical security engineering role within enterprise environments.

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation:

All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position.Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.