Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer - CASB and DSPM

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD); Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 104,000 - 171,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan with company match

Company pension plan

Wellness programs

Education benefit

Employee stock purchase plan

Discretionary annual incentive

Paid time off

Work/life resources

Job summary

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD) is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer to design, implement, and operate data security controls across cloud and SaaS environments. You’ll focus on CASB, DSPM, and Microsoft 365 security technologies, leveraging Z Scaler and related tools.

You’ll collaborate with senior engineers and compliance stakeholders to protect data, monitor cloud activity, and support incident response while building hands-on expertise in modern security practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2-5 years of hands-on experience in CASB, DSPM or cloud technologies, preferably with Z Scaler.
• Basic understanding of cloud computing and SaaS applications.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise-wide data security solutions leveraging CASB, DSPM, and Microsoft 365 security capabilities preferably with Z Scaler. Develop secure architectures for SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS environments with a focus on data visibility and protection.
• Create automated monitoring alerts for CASB tools to identify risky user behavior and potential data exposure. Help create, test, and enforce security policies across cloud applications.
• Support data discovery and classification efforts across cloud and SaaS environments. Assist in maintaining data classification labels and policies in Microsoft Copilot. Help identify data risks such as overexposure or improper access.
• Assist in managing Microsoft 365 security and compliance features. Sensitivity labels from Microsoft CoPilot. Secure sharing policies for SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams. Monitoring & Incident Response.
• Review security alerts and logs related to data access and sharing. Assist in investigating potential data security incidents. Document findings and contribute to incident response activities.
• Work closely with senior engineers, IT teams, and compliance stakeholders. Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions and training. Stay up to date on cloud security trends and tools.

Skills

CASB

DSPM

Microsoft 365 security

Z Scaler

Cloud security

PowerShell/Python

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Z Scaler

Azure

AWS

Splunk

Entra ID

PowerShell

Python

Job description

Job Classification: Technology - Engineering & Cloud Are you interested in building capabilities that enable the organization with innovation, speed, agility, scalability, and efficiency? The Global Technology team takes great pride in our culture where digital transformation is built into our DNA! When you join our organization at Prudential, you’ll unlock an exciting and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading financial services institutions.

Your Team & Role

We are looking for a motivated Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer to support the design, implementation and operation of data security controls across cloud and SaaS environments. This role focuses on Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), and Microsoft 365 (O365) security technologies by leveraging Z Scaler or similar products. You will work closely with senior engineers to help protect sensitive data, monitor cloud activity, and support compliance initiatives while building hands‑on expertise in modern data security practices.

Key Responsibilities

CASB Architectural and Design

Design and implement enterprise‑wide data security solutions leveraging CASB, DSPM, and Microsoft 365 security capabilities preferably with Z Scaler. Develop secure architectures for SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS environments with a focus on data visibility and protection.

CASB Operations Support

Create automated monitoring alerts for CASB tools to identify risky user behavior and potential data exposure. Help create, test, and enforce security policies across cloud applications.

DSPM Support

Support data discovery and classification efforts across cloud and SaaS environments. Assist in maintaining data classification labels and policies in Microsoft Copilot. Help identify data risks such as overexposure or improper access.

Microsoft 365 Security Administration

Assist in managing Microsoft 365 security and compliance features. Sensitivity labels from Microsoft CoPilot. Secure sharing policies for SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams. Monitoring & Incident Response.

Monitoring & Incident Response

Review security alerts and logs related to data access and sharing. Assist in investigating potential data security incidents. Document findings and contribute to incident response activities.

Collaboration & Learning

Work closely with senior engineers, IT teams, and compliance stakeholders. Participate in knowledge‑sharing sessions and training. Stay up to date on cloud security trends and tools.

The Skills & Expertise You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2-5 years of hands‑on experience in CASB, DSPM or cloud technologies, preferably with Z Scaler.
• Basic understanding of cloud computing and SaaS applications.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Z Scaler for CASB, DSPM and DLP functions.
• Experience with Azure / AWS to design the appropriate security controls.
• Experience with Splunk and Entra ID.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, Microsoft Security certifications).
• Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python).
• Knowledge of API integrations and security orchestration.

You’ll Love Working Here

Because You Can Join a team and culture where your voice matters; where every day, your work transforms our experiences to make lives better. As you put your skills to use, we’ll help you make an even bigger impact with learning experiences that can grow your technical AND leadership capabilities. You’ll be surprised by what this rock‑solid organization has in store for you.

What we offer you

Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $104,000.00 to $171,600.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company‑funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period).
• Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Some of the above benefits may not apply to part‑time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a global financial services leader and premier active global investment manager with approximately $1.4 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America.

Prudential’s diverse and talented employees help make lives better and create financial opportunity for more people by expanding access to investing, insurance, and retirement security.

Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for 150 years.

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Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it.

At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.

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With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives.

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Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom, or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom.

For more information please visit news.prudential.com.

PGIM Inc. (PGIM) is the principal asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI), a company incorporated and with its principal place of business in the United States.

PFI of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom.

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.