Senior Cyber Security Engineer – Security Services

Job Description

The Role:
As a Senior Cyber Security Engineer you will play a critical role in safeguarding General Motors automotive computer systems and embedded platforms against evolving cyber threats. This position focuses on the design implementation and maintenance of robust security services within a dynamic high-stakes environment.

What Youll Do:

• Technical Leadership: Lead the technical aspects of the application onboarding process including the design development and implementation of authentication and authorization protocols (e.g. SAML OAuth OpenID Connect).

• Onboarding Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive onboarding strategy that aligns with the overall goals of the Cyber Security and IAM teams ensuring secure and efficient integration of applications.

• Collaboration: Work closely with application owners developers and business stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure that onboarding processes meet both security and business needs.

• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the onboarding process including automation and best practices.

• Security Compliance: Ensure that all onboarded applications adhere to internal and external security policies and compliance standards conducting risk assessments and implementing necessary controls.

• Innovation: Stay informed on the latest trends and technologies in Cyber Security and IAM and incorporate innovative solutions to improve the onboarding process.

• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and other team members fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of onboarding processes security protocols and any custom integrations ensuring that knowledge is easily accessible and transferable.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelors degree in Cyber Security Information Technology Computer Science or a related field. A Masters degree is preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Cyber Security with a strong focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM).

• Proven experience in leading the integration of applications into IAM systems in a complex enterprise environment.

• Strong hands-on experience with authentication and authorization protocols such as SAML OAuth OpenID Connect.

• Experience with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g. Python PowerShell) to streamline processes.

• Strong understanding of security protocols encryption and access control mechanisms.

• Proficiency in Identity and Access Management platforms and tools such as Entra ID GCP AWS or similar.

• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.

• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers and team members.

• Strategic thinker with a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Certifications: CISSP CISM CCSP or other relevant security certifications.

• Experience in a lead engineering role within a Cyber Security or IAM organization.

• Experience in project management particularly in leading cross-functional technical initiatives.

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