Senior IAM Engineer

M&T Bank Corporation; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank Corporation in Buffalo, New York is seeking a Security Systems Engineer to design and implement medium-scale security solutions and to resolve moderate to complex cybersecurity problems. You will configure and develop controls, test systems, monitor and tune defenses, and collaborate with Cybersecurity and Technology teams across the organization.

The role carries a pay range of $97,100 to $161,800 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Alternatively, a combined 7 years of higher education and/or work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design components of security solutions with significant complexity and moderate risk.
• Configure and develop controls for security tools or systems.
• Design and execute testing of systems and technology with cross-functional teams.
• Deploy security systems and code with minimal disruption.
• Monitor and tune security systems to mitigate threats.
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity and Technology teams on implementations.
• Promote risk-aware culture and comply with regulatory standards.

Skills

Data Loss Prevention

Detection Engineering

Identity and Access Engineering

Security & Network Infrastructure

Cloud Security

Risk & Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree

Combined 7 years higher education/experience

Job description

Overview: Responsible for designing and implementing medium-scale security systems and solutions to develop or enhance new or existing security solutions, solving moderate to complex problems or enhancements. Completes day-to-day support activities and special projects. Primary Responsibilities: Design components of security solutions with significant complexity and moderate risk, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity objectives and organizational needs Configure and develop controls for security tools or systems to fortify system defenses. Design and execute testing of systems and technology thoroughly in coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and effectiveness of security measures. Deploy security systems and code, ensuring seamless integration into existing infrastructure while minimizing disruptions. Continuously monitor and tune security systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in mitigating and detecting threats. Develop and implement automated installation, configuration, and processes to streamline security operations and response activities. Partner with Cybersecurity and Technology teams on security solutions implementations and maintenance Proactively recommend process enhancements and implements prioritized improvements within Cybersecurity team. Engage with vendor for routine security products or solutions support. Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Design, implement, maintain, and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management. Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand. Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable. Complete other related duties as assigned.

Scope of Responsibilities: This role is used in one or more of the following cybersecurity function:

• Data Loss Prevention Engineering - designs and implements strategies and technologies to prevent unauthorized access, transmission, or leakage of data within and outside of the Bank's network and systems.
• Detection Engineering - develops and deploys systems and processes to identify and respond to cybersecurity threats and incidents in real-time, aiming to minimize the impact of security events.
• Identity and Access Engineering - develops and manages the architecture, automation, and control mechanisms for provisioning of least privilege access for employees and contractors to internal and 3rd party systems, applications, and data sources.
• Security & Network Infrastructure - designs and implements secure network architecture, protocols, and technologies to protect data in transit, prevent unauthorized access, and detect and mitigate network-based attacks. Architects, maintains, and optimizes the tools and capabilities leveraged by cyber security to achieve organizational objectives.
• Protection Engineering - designs and implements security strategies, systems, policies, and procedures that proactively protect against cybersecurity threats and malicious activities targeting the Bank's systems and assets.
• Cloud Engineering - designs and implements the security of the organization’s cloud computing environment to protect against cybersecurity threats and malicious activities.
• Partners primarily with individual contributors and leaders within Cybersecurity and Technology, and occasionally senior leaders within Cybersecurity. Determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is accomplished with periodic check-ins for alignment and limited direction. Work is evaluated upon completion to ensure objectives have been met. Proficient ability to use multiple Cybersecurity tools, specific to function.

Manager Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Exp erience Required: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or work experience

Education and Experience Preferred: Intermediate understanding of the security system development and infrastructure lifecycle and architecture, and systems design Proven experience with the tools utilized in assigned Cybersecurity function Experience translating architecture into technical requirements. Proficient level of critical thinking and problem solving Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven experience collaborating with leaders to execute results. Prior experience seeking buy-in of others to align on processes. Ability to analyze and draw conclusions based on quantitative data from multiple sources.

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $97,100.00 - $161,800.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

Location Buffalo, New York, United States of America

Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T’s affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Bank’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We are a bank for communities—combining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution. As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year. Our core values – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, and candor – drive the work we do. We seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members. View M&T’s Human Capital Report to learn more.

M&T Bank is unwavering when it comes to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, age, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.

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