Cyber Security Engineer II

About The Company First Citizens Bank is a leading financial institution committed to delivering superior banking services while maintaining the highest standards of security and technological innovation. We prioritize safeguarding our clients' assets and information through advanced cybersecurity measures and a dedicated team of professionals. Our culture fosters continuous learning, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring we stay ahead of emerging threats and industry trends. We offer a dynamic work environment that supports remote work across various locations in the United States, with a focus on candidates based in North Carolina, Arizona, and Texas. About The Role We are seeking a skilled Identity and Access Management (IAM) Administrator to join our cybersecurity team. This remote position involves application administration maintenance and providing critical support for identity and access management processes. The IAM Administrator will play a vital role in enhancing the Bank’s digital security by mitigating cyber threats, managing access controls, and ensuring compliance with security policies. This role requires technical expertise in security tools, incident resolution, and risk assessment to protect the Bank’s networks, applications, and systems. The successful candidate will also contribute to program development, user acceptance testing, and system documentation, while potentially mentoring less experienced team members. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experienceOR High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent with 8 years of experience in Systems Engineering, Network, or Information Security3-4 years of proven experience as an IAM Engineer or in a related position preferredProficiency in SailPoint IdentityIQ installation, configuration, and administrationStrong understanding of IAM concepts, including identity lifecycle management, role-based access control (RBAC), and least privilege principlesFamiliarity with directory services such as Active Directory and LDAPExperience with scripting languages like JavaScript and PowerShell, as well as SQL queriesKnowledge of data security practices, monitoring and alert tools, and risk management standardsExperience with Active Directory administration, Domain Name System, Group Policy Objects, NTFS permissions, File Shares, SharePoint, and Domain controllersAbility to communicate risks, threats, and vulnerabilities effectivelyAvailability to provide after-hours operational support on a rotational basis Responsibilities Administer security tools and processes to safeguard assigned technical areas and dataParticipate in security audits, identify gaps, and develop risk mitigation strategiesAnalyze potential threats or vulnerabilities in networks, applications, and systemsCompile and interpret security data from internal and external sources to create actionable intelligenceMaintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies, threats, and security trendsProvide guidance on security protocols and standards within the technical domainSupport special projects as a technical and security resourceAssist in training team members on cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologiesInvestigate and resolve security incidents including unauthorized access, malware infections, and cyberattacksEscalate security issues as appropriate to ensure timely resolutionContribute to the development of security policies, standards, and strategic planningSupport user access reviews, user acceptance testing, and system documentation related to IAMProvide after-hours operational support on a rotational basis as required Benefits Competitive base salary ranging from $105,000 to $160,000, commensurate with skills and experienceVariable incentives, bonuses, and awards based on performance and roleComprehensive benefits program designed to meet the diverse needs of associatesRemote work flexibility with opportunities across multiple U.S. marketsProfessional development and training opportunities to enhance career growthSupportive work environment emphasizing collaboration and innovationAccess to cutting-edge cybersecurity tools and technologies Equal Opportunity First Citizens Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.