Assoc. Cybersecurity Engineer- Local Candidates Only

Visas Cyber Security team is seeking a skilled Associate Cybersecurity engineer to Join our elite team who can combine solid IAM expertise with a passion for automation and AI to drive innovation in IAM processes leveraging traditional scripting AI/ML and GenAI technologies ensuring security and operational efficiency! We are looking for a passionate talented team player with a strong problem-solving mindset and coding/scripting skills capable of thriving in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to meeting service level agreements within tight timeframes and comfortable engaging with both business and technical stakeholders to perform core application access governance responsibilities leveraging AI and automation technologies to enhance security and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions:

Application Component and Appliances Enrollment:

• Design and implement robust data pipelines and automated tools to facilitate the onboarding of applications components and appliances into IAM governance and identity management platforms (such as SailPoint Entra ID and ForgeRock).
• Actively participate in the Applications/Applications Components/ Appliances enrollment process to ensure seamless integration with IAM systems leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance both efficiency and system performance.
• Analyze complex application architectures to standardize authentication and authorization models thereby ensuring scalable and secure identity management.

Advanced Governance of Applications Components and Appliances:

• Integrate advanced AI and generative AI technologiesincluding LLM-based chatbots anomaly detection and automated workflowsinto IAM processes to elevate security mitigate risks and optimize operational effectiveness all while adhering to relevant regulatory and industry standards. Key responsibilities include:
• Automating IAM control operations such as validating control evidence from application owners during self-attestation to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Developing monitoring and optimizing application access governance automations through state-of-the-art AI and machine learning methods.
• Managing incidents and RTIMs with AI-driven response and mitigation strategies to minimize organizational risk and downtime.
• Conducting sophisticated data analysis with tools like Excel SQL and Python to validate the effectiveness of IAM controls enhance sustainability and streamline manual access data collection processes.
• Delivering exceptional customer support and expertly overseeing IAM control operations by utilizing innovative AI-powered solutions.
• Managing changes within IAM operations efficiently implementing automated solutions that ensure minimal disruption and sustained operational excellence.

Security Configuration Inspection:

• Review IAM security settings for in-scope Applications/Applications Components/ Appliances that cannot be auto-validated to ensure compliance and security.

Advanced Reporting:

• Automate and design Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Key Risk Indicators (KRI) and executive dashboards.
• Work with IAM operations and development to turn requirements into technical solutions and resolve issues quickly.

Audit Interpretation and Response:

• Accurately interpret audit requests and provide timely responses. Support identification and resolution of IAM audit findings.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Qualifications :

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree OR 3 years of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications:
2 or more years of work experience.
Bachelors degree in information technology Computer Science or a related field.
2 years of professional experience with a bachelors degree or an advanced degree (M.S. MBA JD MD).
Minimum of 2 years of experience in IAM governance programming/coding and Gen AI.
Strong understanding of IAM frameworks policies and procedures.
Advanced proficiency in Python and/or Java for automation including API integration and scripting. Practical experience with Git or other version control tools.
Advanced data-analytics and scripting skills in Excel Python PowerShell and C leveraged to build AI-enabled workflow automation and actionable insights.
Solid understanding and practical usage of GenAI/AI technologies (such as OpenAI GPT Microsoft Copilot or custom LLM deployments) in IAM operations or security workflows.
Strong knowledge of IAM frameworks (e.g. NIST ISO 27001) policies and technical implementation.
In-depth knowledge of application architecture authentication and authorization models.
Experience with IAM platforms (e.g. SailPoint Okta Azure AD CyberArk) and integrating APIs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage cross-functional stakeholders and document technical processes.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations such as GDPR SOX HIPAA etc.
Relevant certifications (e.g. CISA CISSP CISM Microsoft/Azure/Okta certifications) preferred.

Additional Information :

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting.  The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk communicate in person and by telephone frequently operate standard office equipment such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status.  Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for this position is 112400.00 to 174500.00 USD per year which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge skills experience and addition this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical Dental Vision 401 (k) FSA/HSA Life Insurance Paid Time Off and Wellness Program.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time