Role Overview
American Express is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer I to join its Enterprise Technology Services organization in a hybrid model in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. In this security engineering role, you will build and implement enterprise-scale Identity & Access Management (IAM) solutions, embed secure coding practices across the software development lifecycle (SDLC), conduct security assessments, and research emerging threats to strengthen the firm's global cybersecurity posture.
Core Responsibilities
- IAM Solution Engineering: Build, customize, and implement enterprise-scale Identity & Access Management (IAM) security solutions that enforce least-privilege access controls.
- DevSecOps & Secure SDLC: Partner closely with software engineering squads to integrate security throughout the SDLC, conducting secure code reviews and guiding developers on remediation practices.
- Security Governance & Documentation: Draft and maintain security policies, technical documentation, and assessment reports to ensure compliance with industry frameworks and regulatory mandates.
- Threat Intelligence & Research: Continuously monitor emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and defensive technologies to recommend proactive posture enhancements.
- Cross-Functional Alignment: Collaborate across product and business teams to align security engineering initiatives with organizational objectives.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a comparable technical discipline (advanced degree preferred).
- Professional Experience: 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in full-stack software engineering and developing custom enterprise-scale IAM solutions.
- Programming & Scripting: Deep proficiency in programming languages (Python, Java, JavaScript) and administrative scripting (Bash/Shell, PowerShell).
- Security & Infrastructure Fundamentals: Working knowledge of Identity & Access Management (IAM), Application Security, Cloud Security Management, API engineering, network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP), and regulatory compliance standards.
- SDLC & Automation Tooling: Practical familiarity with Agile methodologies, GitHub, and enterprise RPA platforms (UiPath, Blue Prism).
- Certifications (Advantageous): CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, or CISA certifications are highly regarded.
- Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid role based in Bengaluru (Day shift).
About American Express
American Express is a globally integrated payments company backed by a 175-year history of innovation, trust, and world-class customer service. At Team Amex, technologists build resilient, high-scale financial and security platforms while enjoying comprehensive holistic well-being benefits, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and continuous career growth opportunities.