Senior Cyber Security Engineer- Access and Life Cycle

Job Description

Workplace Status:

Hybrid - This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their primary location three times per week, at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Team:

At General Motors, we are dedicated to protecting the integrity and confidentiality of our global operations. Our Cyber Security team plays a crucial role in safeguarding our digital assets through cutting-edge solutions and best practices. We are committed to creating a secure environment that enables innovation and operational excellence.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Cyber Security Engineer to lead our Common Application Onboarding efforts within the Cyber Security organization. In this role, you will be responsible for guiding the integration of enterprise applications into our Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems, ensuring that all security and compliance standards are met. As a lead engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive technical solutions, and implement processes that streamline and secure the onboarding of applications.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Technical Leadership: Lead the technical aspects of the application onboarding process, including the design, development, and implementation of authentication and authorization protocols (e.g., SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect).
• Onboarding Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive onboarding strategy that aligns with the overall goals of the Cyber Security and IAM teams, ensuring secure and efficient integration of applications.
• Collaboration: Work closely with application owners, developers, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure that onboarding processes meet both security and business needs.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the onboarding process, including automation and best practices.
• Security Compliance: Ensure that all onboarded applications adhere to internal and external security policies and compliance standards, conducting risk assessments and implementing necessary controls.
• Innovation: Stay informed on the latest trends and technologies in Cyber Security and IAM, and incorporate innovative solutions to improve the onboarding process.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and other team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of onboarding processes, security protocols, and any custom integrations, ensuring that knowledge is easily accessible and transferable.

Additional Job Description

What You'll Need (Required Qualifications): ​ ​

Education​

• Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

Experience

• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in Cyber Security, with a strong focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Proven experience in leading the integration of applications into IAM systems in a complex, enterprise environment
• Strong hands-on experience with authentication and authorization protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in IAM technologies and tools, such as Active Directory, Entra ID, Okta, or similar
• Experience with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to streamline processes
• Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, and access control mechanisms

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers and team members.
• Strategic thinker with a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or other relevant security certifications.
• Experience in a lead engineering role within a Cyber Security or IAM organization
• Experience in project management, particularly in leading cross-functional technical initiatives

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

•This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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About GM

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Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values; 
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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