Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer

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Visa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories, dedicated to uplifting everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

At Visa, you'll have the opportunity to create impact at scale - tackling meaningful challenges, growing your skills and seeing your contributions impact lives around the world.

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Job Description

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Cloud Security Architect to join our organization's security architecture team in a dynamic hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in architecting and securing cloud-based infrastructures, with a strong command of AWS services, and hands-on proficiency with Wiz, Aqua, and Okta platforms. AWS certifications are highly advantageous for this role, demonstrating advanced understanding and commitment to cloud security excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust security architectures within AWS environments, aligning with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Deploy and manage cloud security tools, especially leveraging Wiz and Aqua, to protect workloads across diverse AWS landscapes.
• Architect and optimise identity and access management solutions using Okta, ensuring secure authentication, authorisation, and user lifecycle management within AWS.
• Perform detailed risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend actionable mitigation strategies for AWS platforms.
• Develop, enforce, and regularly update security policies, standards, and best practices tailored to AWS environments.
• Collaborate with DevOps, IT, and application teams to embed security throughout the entire AWS development lifecycle.
• Lead incident response efforts, providing expert guidance for security investigations and recovery within AWS.
• Continuously monitor AWS threats, emerging technologies, and compliance requirements to ensure proactive security improvements.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in AWS security architecture and cloud security operations.
• Demonstrated expertise with Wiz and Aqua Security for cloud and container protection.
• Advanced skills in Okta for identity and access management integration with AWS.
• Professional AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, or similar are highly beneficial.
• Solid grasp of container technologies (Kubernetes, Docker) and cloud security best practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to mentor junior staff and lead technical initiatives.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.
Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications

Desirable Attributes
Experience with security automation and integration in AWS CI/CD pipelines.
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, ISO 27001, and NIST.
Adaptability in fast-paced, hybrid work environments.
Excellent project management and cross-team collaboration skills.

U.S. Applicants Only
The estimated salary range for this position is $145,300.00 to $ 232,700.00 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 location. In 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.

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 protect veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.", "salary_raw": "Row(double=None, string=None)"}