VP, Principal Security Engineer

Synchrony; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a highly experienced Principal Security Engineer to enhance security engineering and lead cloud security initiatives. This role involves integrating on-premise security with AWS, driving security strategies, and mentoring teams. The ideal candidate will possess deep cybersecurity expertise and strong collaboration skills, contributing to innovative security solutions and best practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Security, Engineering, or related.
• At least 5 years in security engineering or architecture.
• 2+ years with compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead security design for AWS cloud services.
• Collaborate with leadership on security strategies.
• Drive security initiatives across teams.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma/GED

Tools

PCI-DSS

NIST 800-53

AWS Security Specialty

AWS Solutions Architect

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Role Summary/Purpose: We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Security Engineer to lead technical projects to enhance our security engineering. This role involves integrating on-premise security into cloud environments, mainly AWS, providing technical leadership, and influencing security strategies across teams. The ideal candidate will have deep cybersecurity, DevOps, infrastructure, and development expertise, with strong collaboration skills. This position is crucial for advancing our cloud security initiatives and implementing core security solutions.

Our Way of Working: We offer flexible working options including remote, hub, or office work, with occasional in-person engagements such as meetings, training, and culture events.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Lead security design for AWS cloud services, ensuring best practices.
2. Design scalable security solutions bridging on-premise and cloud technologies.
3. Collaborate with leadership, influencing security strategies.
4. Drive security initiatives proactively across teams.
5. Innovate and provide thought leadership in security technology.
6. Contribute to security practices and technology development.
7. Guide security strategy and budget planning.
8. Mentor and foster a culture of learning and collaboration.
9. Work closely with architects and engineers on security best practices.
10. Assess and mitigate security risks in development processes.
11. Develop technical plans, documentation, and visual diagrams.
12. Maintain and update security policies and standards.
13. Evaluate and adopt new security tools and processes.
14. Strengthen implementation of data protection and network security.
15. Act as liaison to embed security in infrastructure and application development.
16. Represent security in technical discussions and reviews.

Qualifications/Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in Security, Engineering, or related, or 9+ years experience with a high school diploma/GED.
2. At least 5 years in security engineering or architecture.
3. 2+ years with compliance frameworks like PCI-DSS, NIST 800-53.
4. Proven ability to develop security strategies.
5. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
6. Ability to solve complex security problems.
7. Effective communication and influence skills.
8. Deep knowledge of enterprise technology stacks.
9. Experience mentoring and advising teams.
10. Adaptability to new technologies and priorities.
11. Conflict management skills.

Desired Characteristics

1. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, GIAC, AWS Security Specialty, AWS Solutions Architect.
2. Understanding of emerging technologies’ impact on security.
3. Strong decision-making skills.
4. Technical expertise in security and IT systems.
5. Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
6. Team-oriented with stakeholder engagement experience.

Additional Details

Grade/Level: 13

Salary Range: $155,000 - $260,000 annually, plus bonus. Compensation varies based on experience and market adjustments.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be 18+, have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to undergo background checks, drug testing, and fingerprinting.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. required; no visa sponsorship provided.

Our Commitment & Reasonable Accommodation

We value diversity and inclusion, providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact our support line for assistance.