Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - Security Operations

General Motors; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer in Austin, Texas. This role involves safeguarding information assets, building secure platforms, and collaborating with SecOps teams. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience in systems development and at least 4 years in cybersecurity roles. Proficiency in scripting, C++, Rust, and cloud environments like AWS, Azure, and GCP is essential. The position is hybrid, requiring at least three office days per week.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in systems development with a proven track record.
• Minimum 4+ years in SecOps or cybersecurity-focused roles.
• Strong programming skills in scripting languages, C++, and Rust.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain security-focused platforms.
• Collaborate with SecOps teams on monitoring and response solutions.
• Architect and manage cloud-based environments with security focus.

Skills

Scripting languages

C++

Rust

Cybersecurity

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

The Role

GM’s Cybersecurity Team safeguards the company’s global information assets, networks, and infrastructure. Our mission is to proactively defend GM against evolving cyber threats through strategic leadership, technical excellence, and innovative risk management. We seek cybersecurity professionals with advanced expertise, capable of driving enterprise security initiatives and influencing organizational resilience.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Engineer with deep expertise in systems development, cybersecurity, and modern software engineering practices. This role requires a seasoned professional who can design, build, and maintain secure, scalable platforms while integrating advanced technologies such as AI and data enrichment into security operations.

What You\'ll Do

• Platform Engineering & Development
  • Design, develop, and maintain security-focused platforms using scripting languages, C++, and Rust.
  • Implement modern development processes (CI/CD, DevOps, Agile) to ensure efficient and reliable delivery.
  • Build scalable solutions across Linux-based environments and cloud-native architectures.
• Systems Integration
  • Integrate diverse systems using APIs, webhooks, and other communication protocols.
  • Develop and maintain integrations with AI-driven tools and data enrichment platforms to enhance SecOps capabilities.
  • Ensure interoperability across heterogeneous environments and security tools.
• Security Operations
  • Collaborate with SecOps teams to design and implement advanced monitoring, detection, and response solutions.
  • Troubleshoot complex systems and resolve performance, reliability, and security issues.
  • Apply cybersecurity best practices to safeguard infrastructure and applications.
• Infrastructure & Cloud
  • Architect and manage cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) with a focus on security and scalability.
  • Optimize Linux OS and kernel-level configurations for performance and resilience.
  • Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years in systems development, with a proven track record of delivering complex solutions.
• Minimum 4+ years in SecOps or cybersecurity-focused roles.
• Strong programming skills in scripting languages, C++, and Rust.
• Solid understanding of Linux OS internals and kernel-level operations.
• Hands-on experience with cloud development and architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex distributed systems.
• Experience integrating systems via APIs, webhooks, and other protocols.
• Familiarity with AI-driven integrations and data enrichment workflows.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards (NIST, ISO, SOC2).
• Familiarity with SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and other SecOps platforms.
• Contributions to open-source projects or security communities.

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

From day one, we\'re looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

Accommodations

General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.