Senior Software Engineer (IAM Cybersecurity)

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We’re looking for a hands-on Senior Engineer who loves building and automating - someone strong in coding/scripting and comfortable working with modern platforms and APIs.

Visa's Cyber Security team is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join our elite team who can combine solid IAM expertise with a passion for automation and AI to drive innovation in IAM processes leveraging traditional scripting, AI/ML, and GenAI technologies, ensuring security and operational efficiency! We are looking for a passionate, talented team player with a strong problem-solving mindset and coding/scripting skills, capable of thriving in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to meeting service level agreements within tight timeframes and comfortable engaging with both business and technical stakeholders to perform core application access governance responsibilities, leveraging AI and automation technologies to enhance security and operational efficiency.

 Essential Functions:

 1. Execution & Alignment   

• Collaborate with the Warsaw IAM team and the global AAG program to ensure local deliverables align with the global IAM AAG roadmap and security requirements. 
• Collaborate with IAM engineers and analysts to implement Zero-Trust principles, regulatory requirements, and AI/ML-driven enhancements. 

 2. Application Access Governance – Delivery   

• Onboard applications and components into IAM governance as aligned with their authentication and authorization models, ensuring compliance with the respective IAM controls and Technical Security Requirements. 
• Use analytics tools (Excel, Power BI, Python) to assist in identifying access-risk patterns and recommending improvements. 
• Enforce IAM controls, resolve exceptions, and support process improvements under the guidance of senior team members. 

 3. AI & Automation   

• Develop scripts and workflows to automate IAM tasks, reducing manual effort. 
• Assist in building and maintaining AI/ML models for IAM control/process gap detection and process optimization. 
• Work with the IAM technology team to test and deploy automation solutions. 

4. Engineering Support & Operational Excellence   

• Ensure continuous enforcement of IAM controls along with continuous improvement of IAM access governance controls
• Automate compliance reporting, IAM control validation, and evidence collection. 
• Provide technical support for IAM-related requests and incidents, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication with stakeholders. 

 5. Stakeholder Collaboration   

• Partner with Application Development and Business teams to integrate IAM processes and controls into newly on-boarded application and other initiatives
• Support change management activities to ensure smooth adoption of new IAM processes and tools. 

 6. Configuration Validation   

• Perform manual validation of IAM security configurations for applications that cannot be auto-validated. 

 7. Risk, Compliance & Audit Readiness

• Maintain IAM-related risk and control documentation as directed by senior team members.
• Assist with audit preparation including evidence collection, providing timely & accurate responses to audit inquiries and assist in identifying and remediating IAM-related findings. 

 8. Learning & Knowledge Sharing   

• Continue to develop technical and IAM domain knowledge through training, certifications, and hands-on practice. 
• Share knowledge and collaborate with peers to enhance team capabilities. 

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Basic Qualifications:
•2 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD, or PhD)

Preferred Qualifications:
•3 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or more than 2 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD)
•Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
•3+ years of professional experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or more than 2 years of work experience with an advanced degree (M.S., MBA, JD, MD).
•Deep expertise in Identity & Access Management (IAM) frameworks, policies, and procedures.
•Proven track record of leading IAM initiatives, driving AI-powered automation from design through deployment.
•Strong grasp of application architecture, authentication, and authorization models.
•Advanced data-analytics and scripting skills in Excel, Python, PowerShell, and C, leveraged to build AI-enabled workflow automation and actionable insights.
•Hands-on experience applying AI and GenAI technologies to IAM solutions.
•Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities.
•Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on AI-driven use cases.
•Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities.
•Industry certifications (CISA, CISSP, CISM) preferred.
•Solid knowledge of compliance standards and regulations such as GDPR, SOX, and HIPAA.
•Practical experience with leading IAM platforms (SailPoint, Okta, CyberArk, Password Safe, Microsoft Azure AD), including AI integrations.

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.