Staff Cyber Security Engineer – AIDR/AISPM

About the role

The Staff Cyber Security Engineer is a senior individual contributor who will provide technical leadership in the design and advancement of cyber security solutions across complex environments. This role will lead cross-team security initiatives, influence architectural decisions, and address elevated security risks through deep technical expertise and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• (40%) Lead security initiatives across multiple teams; provide technical direction, guidance, and mentorship to engineers and security practitioners.
• (25%) Lead investigation and response to complex security incidents; drive root cause analysis and long-term risk remediation.
• (15%) Contribute to development and refinement of security standards, patterns, and controls aligned with risk and business objectives.
• (10%) Partner with engineering, infrastructure, and platform teams to embed security into system design and delivery.
• (10%) Design and implement resilient security controls across infrastructure, cloud, and application environments; address complex threat scenarios and incorporate emerging cybersecurity and technology trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering; or related field of study or equivalent, relevant work experience
• 8+ years of experience working in cybersecurity, security operations, IAM, PAM, cyber defense, or related technical roles
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls across infrastructure, cloud, and application environments
• Prominent ability to lead complex technical work, operate independently, and influence security outcomes across multiple teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering; or related field of study or equivalent, relevant work experience
• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering; or related field of study or equivalent, relevant work experience
• Possession of industry-recognized certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, and/or cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security)
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, security operations, IAM, PAM, cyber defense, or related technical domains
• 2+ years of experience applying frameworks such as OWASP Top 10 for LLM applications, MITRE ATLAS, and NIST AI Risk Management
• 2+ years of experience focused on securing AI/ML environments and other emerging technologies
• Knowledge of AI security tooling, model monitoring, AI governance platforms, and AI-specific security controls

Skills

• Artificial Intelligence Strategy
• Artificial Intelligence Technologies
• Mitre ATT&CK Framework
• Threat Modeling
• Teamwork
• Security Automation
• Cloud Security Architecture
• Cybersecurity
• Security Framework
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Security Tools
• Forward Thinking Knowledge And Abilities

Benefits

Salary Range (unless Otherwise Noted Below): $133,500.00 - $241,900.00
Full Salary Range For Position: California: $153,500.00 - $302,400.00
Colorado: $133,500.00 - $254,000.00
New York: $146,800.00 - $302,400.00
Washington: $140,100.00 - $278,200.00
Maryland: $140,100.00 - $266,100.00
Washington DC: $153,500.00 - $278,200.00
Illinois: $133,500.00 - $266,100.00
New Jersey: $153,500.00 - $278,200.00
Vermont: $133,500.00 - $241,900.00
Ohio: $133,500.00 - $241,900.00
Maine: $133,500.00 - $241,900.00
Connecticut: $146,800.00 - $266,100.00
Virginia: $133,500.00 - $241,900.00

Additional benefits include:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and other voluntary benefits
• Basic and optional life insurance, supplemental medical plans, and short and long-term disability
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• 11 paid holidays
• Illinois associates receive 40 hours of Illinois PSST upon hire and at the beginning of each subsequent calendar year and 40 hours of Illinois Paid Leave upon hire and at the beginning of each subsequent calendar year
• 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for eligible parents
• Annual incentive bonus based on individual and company performance

About Bread Financial®

At Bread Financial, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community, and be part of our award-winning culture. We’ve been consistently recognized as a best place to work nationally and in many markets and we’re proud to promote an environment where you feel appreciated, accepted, valued, and fulfilled—both personally and professionally.

Bread Financial supports the overall wellness of our associates with a diverse suite of benefits and offers boundless opportunities for career development and non-traditional career progression. Bread Financial® (NYSE: BFH) is a tech-forward financial services company that provides simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions to millions of U.S. consumers. Our payment solutions deliver growth for some of the most recognized brands in travel & entertainment, health & beauty, technology, electronics, jewelry, home and specialty apparel through our co-brand and private label credit cards and pay-over-time products providing choice and value to our shared customers. Additionally, we offer Bread Financial general purpose credit cards and saving products that empower our customers and their passions for a better life. Bread Financial proudly marks 30 years of success in 2026.

To learn more about our global associates, our performance and our sustainability progress, visit breadfinancial.com or follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Bread Financial offers competitive pay, a comprehensive selection of benefit options including 401(k).

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any applicant offered employment will be required to establish that they are legally authorized to work in the United States for the Company. The Company participates in E-Verify. The Company will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, and all applicable state/local laws. The Company will provide accommodations to applicants needing accommodations to complete the application process. Applicants with disabilities may contact the Company to request and arrange for accommodations.