Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - Firewall

This role offers a hybrid work schedule providing the opportunity for in-person collaboration at our Buffalo, NY Tech Hub. Overview: Responsible for designing and implementing medium-scale security systems and solutions to develop or enhance new or existing security solutions, solving moderate to complex problems or enhancements. Completes day-to-day support activities and special projects. Primary Responsibilities: Design components of security solutions with significant complexity and moderate risk, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity objectives and organizational needs Configure and develop controls for security tools or systems to fortify system defenses. Design and execute testing of systems and technology thoroughly in coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and effectiveness of security measures. Deploy security systems and code, ensuring seamless integration into existing infrastructure while minimizing disruptions. Continuously monitor and tune security systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in mitigating and detecting threats. Develop and implement automated installation, configuration, and processes to streamline security operations and response activities. Partner with Cybersecurity and Technology teams on security solutions implementations and maintenance Proactively recommend process enhancements and implements prioritized improvements within Cybersecurity team. Engage with vendor for routine security products or solutions support. Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Design, implement, maintain, and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management. Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand. Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable. Complete other related duties as assigned. Scope of Responsibilities: This role is used in one or more of the following cybersecurity function: Protection Engineering – designs and implements security strategies, systems, policies, and procedures that proactively protect against cybersecurity threats and malicious activities targeting the Bank's systems and assets.. Partners primarily with individual contributors and leaders within Cybersecurity and Technology, and occasionally senior leaders within Cybersecurity. Determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is accomplished with periodic check-ins for alignment and limited direction. Work is evaluated upon completion to ensure objectives have been met. Proficient ability to use multiple Cybersecurity tools, specific to function. Education and Experience Required: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or work experience Proven experience with the tools utilized in assigned Firewall Cybersecurity function Education and Experience Preferred: Intermediate understanding of the security system development and infrastructure lifecycle and architecture, and systems design Proven experience with the tools utilized in assigned Cybersecurity function Experience translating architecture into technical requirements. Proficient level of critical thinking and problem solving Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven experience collaborating with leaders to execute results. Prior experience seeking buy-in of others to align on processes. Ability to analyze and draw conclusions based on quantitative data from multiple sources. #LI-JB3 #Hybrid M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $97,100.00 - $161,800.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. Location Buffalo, New York, United States of America Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T’s affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Bank’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We are a bank for communities—combining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution. As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year. Our core values – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, and candor – drive the work we do. We seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members. View M&T’s Human Capital Report to learn more. Ready to join our team? Submit your application today! 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Salary : $97,100 - $161,800