Principal Cyber Security Engineer

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• Reviews, designs, and develops related operational processes, standards, and procedures
• Provides guidance on technical administration which includes troubleshooting support, break-fix operations, patching, and other day-to-day activities for relevant applications
• Stays abreast of industry trends and investigates organizational objectives and needs, ensuring team mutual knowledge and awareness
• Leads the review and maintenance of operational documentation and reports to support monthly trend analysis as well as project components
• Leads research, proof-of-concept, selection, and implementation of technology solutions,
• Conducts an advanced level of analysis of pros and cons and build vs buy options, offering opinion to management regarding disputes and contrasts
• Explores and recommends the implementation of new technologies, solutions, and methods to improve business processes, efficiency, effectiveness, and value delivered to customers
• Serves as the subject-matter expert regarding design, implementation, and maintenance of relevant cyber security solutions to business areas, project teams, and vendors
• Leads the examination of technology vision, opportunities and challenges regarding security standards and the impact of the technology within the Cyber Security organization
• Leads the development and maintenance of relevant metrics, controls, and other governance administration related to cyber security technology
• Partners with teams across the organization on collaborative projects, ensuring alignment with the goals and objectives of the Cyber Security organization
• Collaborates with management and guides the development of technical skills and knowledge among team, ensuring the organization has adequate resources to ensure the safety and protection of Regions’ technology and assets
• Acts as a mentor to team members
• Ensures compliance with risk management programs, rules and regulations, and cybersecurity practices; identifies opportunities for and supports process improvements; applies disciplined change management practices

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

• High School Diploma or GED and fourteen (14) years of related post-secondary education and/or experience in Information Security and/or Information Technology, * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Security, Information Systems Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience within a Cyber and/or Information Security organization within the financial services industry
• Applicable technology and/or security certifications (e.g. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CompTIA Security+,Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), etc.)

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to effectively collaborate with others
• Ability to effectively demonstrate the value of ideas
• Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and industry guidance
• Ability to lead highly technical, highly complex projects with cross functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize conflicting demands
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Advanced knowledge of common web technologies, cloud technologies, and enterprise and network architecture
• Advanced knowledge of defense in depth, trust levels, privileges, and permissions
• Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and flexibility
• Demonstrated expertise with modern security tools and controls
• Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, data analysis, and storytelling skills
• Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation

This position is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future . Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week. The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in-office expectations. Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense. The locations available for this role are Birmingham, AL, Atlanta, GA.

Regions will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position at this time. Applicants for this position must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Position Type

Full time

Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that “one size does not fit all” for benefits-eligible associates. (https://www.regions.com/about-regions/benefits/benefits-eligibility) Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• 401K with Company Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Disability Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Associate Volunteer Program

Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.

https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits