What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cybersecurity Engineers position at American Express?
Job Description
American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc. seeks Cybersecurity Engineers to design, develop, test, and debug software applications and systems to meet information security, cybersecurity, and functional requirements.
Responsibilities
Build software using consistent development practices, including documentation and collaboration with peers and leaders. Adhere to security and regulatory best practices to ensure compliance throughout the software development lifecycle. Conduct code reviews and automated testing to ensure high-quality, secure code standards. Support and monitor software across development, integration, and production environments to maintain performance and reliability. Draft and maintain technical documentation and report on assessments, findings, and remediation efforts to improve the organization's security posture.
Qualifications
Position requires a Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related STEM field, and 2 years of experience with data analysis, data profiling, and support monitoring and reporting on user access. Experience must include 2 years of experience with each of the following: applying information security concepts and technologies, including networking, network segmentation, security event management, and cloud services; supporting infrastructure build-out and configuration systems for performance and stress testing; debugging software components, including identifying, fixing, and verifying remediation of code defects; designing public and private cloud security architectures; analyzing user access data analysis and performing information security monitoring and reporting; and utilizing cloud security technologies, including AWS, Azure, Docker, GitHub Actions, GraphQL APIs, Iceberg, JavaScript, Kubernetes, Microsoft Active Directory Services (administration and security), Microsoft LDAP, MS SQL Server, NiFi, PostgreSQL, PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, security and stealth tools, security event monitoring tools, SOAP APIs, Spark, SQL Server Reporting Services, Starburst, Trino, and WAN technologies and protocols. Telecommuting is available up to 2 days per week.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
20 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.
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The below represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider a number of job-related factors, including experience and location.
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About Us
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you'll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc. seeks Cybersecurity Engineers to design, develop, test, and debug software applications and systems to meet information security, cybersecurity, and functional requirements.
Responsibilities
Build software using consistent development practices, including documentation and collaboration with peers and leaders. Adhere to security and regulatory best practices to ensure compliance throughout the software development lifecycle. Conduct code reviews and automated testing to ensure high-quality, secure code standards. Support and monitor software across development, integration, and production environments to maintain performance and reliability. Draft and maintain technical documentation and report on assessments, findings, and remediation efforts to improve the organization's security posture.
Qualifications
Position requires a Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related STEM field, and 2 years of experience with data analysis, data profiling, and support monitoring and reporting on user access. Experience must include 2 years of experience with each of the following: applying information security concepts and technologies, including networking, network segmentation, security event management, and cloud services; supporting infrastructure build-out and configuration systems for performance and stress testing; debugging software components, including identifying, fixing, and verifying remediation of code defects; designing public and private cloud security architectures; analyzing user access data analysis and performing information security monitoring and reporting; and utilizing cloud security technologies, including AWS, Azure, Docker, GitHub Actions, GraphQL APIs, Iceberg, JavaScript, Kubernetes, Microsoft Active Directory Services (administration and security), Microsoft LDAP, MS SQL Server, NiFi, PostgreSQL, PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, security and stealth tools, security event monitoring tools, SOAP APIs, Spark, SQL Server Reporting Services, Starburst, Trino, and WAN technologies and protocols. Telecommuting is available up to 2 days per week.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
20 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.
US Job Seekers - Click to view the "Know Your Rights" poster. If the link does not work, you may access the poster by copying and pasting the following URL in a new browser window: ;br>
The below represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider a number of job-related factors, including experience and location.
#LI-DNI #FB-DNI #IN-DNI #TW-DNI #GD-DNI #WayUp-DNI #ZipRecruiter-DNI
About Us
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you'll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
Salary : $107,037 - $174,750