Opportunity to work in a hybrid model: Potential to work 4 days onsite and 1 day remote
Why GM Financial Cybersecurity?
Innovation isn’t just a talking point at GM Financial, it’s how we operate. By joining our team, you’ll work in a mission-focused environment with specialized teams, including Engineering, Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management, Incident Response, Firewall, Governance, Risk, Architecture and Offensive Security. These teams collaborate to identify, manage and respond to threats, all while driving innovation across the environment.
Cybersecurity is central to our strategic vision, so you’ll benefit from exceptional leadership visibility, with direct reporting lines to the CEO. This structure ensures your work is recognized and supported at the highest levels, while also enabling bold innovation and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.
Shape the future of Cybersecurity at GM Financial, with the freedom to explore, the tools to build and the support to thrive.
About the role:
As a Cybersecurity Engineer specializing in Vulnerability Management and Application Security, you will play a critical role in safeguarding enterprise systems and applications against evolving threats. Your primary focus will be on identifying, assessing, and mitigating vulnerabilities across infrastructure and application layers, while ensuring compliance with security standards and best practices.
In this role you will:
Develop and maintain technical security requirements, standards, and documentation for vulnerability management and application security.
Design and implement security solutions with emphasis on:
Vulnerability Management (VM) platforms and processes
Application Security tools (SAST, DAST, IAST)
Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
Secure coding practices and CI/CD pipeline integration
Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing for applications and systems; analyze findings and drive remediation efforts.
Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security controls into DevOps workflows and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
Monitor and analyze system logs and security alerts to detect unauthorized access or anomalies.
Create and present security metrics, vulnerability trends, and risk reports to leadership.
Participate in incident response activities, providing technical expertise for application-related security incidents.
Conduct periodic risk assessments for applications and supporting infrastructure.
Evaluate and recommend security tools and technologies to enhance vulnerability detection and remediation capabilities.
Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory requirements impacting application security.
What makes you an ideal candidate?
Deep understanding of vulnerability management processes, CVSS scoring, and remediation strategies.
Hands-on experience with application security tools (e.g., Veracode, Checkmarx, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP).
Strong knowledge of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevSecOps principles.
Familiarity with container security, Kubernetes, and cloud-native application security.
Experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and implementing IaC security controls (Terraform, CloudFormation).
Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, Bash, or similar) for vulnerability scanning and remediation workflows.
Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, TCP/IP, OSI model, and application layer protocols (HTTP, SSL/TLS, DNS).
Knowledge of security frameworks and standards (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, OWASP Top 10).
Strong analytical skills for interpreting vulnerability data and assessing business impact.
Excellent communication skills for collaborating with developers, operations teams, and leadership.
Ability to think strategically, innovate, and implement scalable security solutions.
Experience and Education
Minimum of 1 to 5 years of experience in large and complex business environments with a successful track record working directly with senior level management preferred
Minimum of 1 year experience in one or more of the following domains: Cybersecurity, Information Security, Network Engineering, or Network Operations, Information Technology, Application Development preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work experience strongly preferred
Cybersecurity related certifications strongly preferred
Experience with CI/CD security integration and automated vulnerability scanning.
Familiarity with microservices architecture and securing APIs.
Advanced technical writing and documentation skills.
Knowledge of threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies.
What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.
Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.
Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility
Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 4-days a week in office
Top Skills
What We Do
GM Financial is the captive finance company and the wholly owned subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. The company is a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, Latin America and China. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail loan and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses. GM Financial employs more than 9,000 hard-working team members, and we're always looking for new people with diverse talents. GM Financial is a workplace where dedicated people have the opportunity to work together and celebrate our successes. Our culture is based on respect, integrity, innovation and personal development. GM Financial is committed to strengthening the communities where we live and work. Each year, we select several philanthropic organizations to support through our Signature Events program. The company and its team members actively support these organizations through many company-wide initiatives; in addition we support numerous other nonprofit organizations through sponsorships and monetary donations.
