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Principal Cybersecurity Engineer

AT Liberty Mutual Insurance
Liberty Mutual Insurance

Principal Cybersecurity Engineer

Columbus, OH

Pay Philosophy
The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

Description
We deliver our customers peace of mind every day by helping them protect what they value most. Our passion for placing the customer at the center of everything we do is driving a transformational shift at Liberty Mutual. Operating as a tech startup within a Fortune 100 company, we are leading a digital disruption that will redefine how people experience insurance.

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This role has a hybrid work schedule (2 days per week in the office) and we will only consider candidates based in Boston, MA / Plano, TX / Portsmouth, NH / Columbus, OH.

Job introduction:

The Global Cybersecurity organization is looking to hire a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to be part of their BISO team. Under general direction, and supported by light coaching and mentorship, this candidate will work with an innovative security solution within Liberty Mutual's physical data centers and cloud environments. The candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and monitoring the organization's overall security posture. He/She will partner with teams across the company to continually optimize our security posture while maintaining a hyper-focus on the reliability and stability of our business environments.

About the role:
  • Support secure application development initiatives requiring innovation, automation, and integration.
  • Collaborate with developers and engineers in the US Retail Market (USRM) to produce secure applications and implement cybersecurity controls.
  • Manages, develops, deploys, and supports security solutions globally to include regional data centers, Liberty Mutual local offices, and cloud environments.
  • Supports security incidents, service delivery, technology configuration and lifecycle, and technical security investigations and forensic collection.
  • Serves as a leading team member supporting security projects or subprojects of increasing complexity.
  • Acts as a leading member of an agile team focused on providing support to the analysis, system design, documentation, testing, and implementation of complex security operations and processes.
  • Provides cybersecurity consultation services to business operations, key business decisions, and technology implications within a single business process.
  • Identifies business process improvements that address complex functional and technology gaps within a single business process.
Qualifications
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in technical discipline or equivalent experience, technical degree preferred.
  • Minimum 8+ years of Information Technology experience.
  • Minimum 5+ years of Cybersecurity experience.
  • Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, .NET, Java, or similar.
  • Experience with cloud computing platforms such as GCP, AWS, or Azure.
  • Security+ or comparable certification/experience is required (must obtain within 6 months if not possessed).
  • Increasing levels of responsibility, including hands-on experience with cloud security, vulnerability management, and incident response.
  • Proficient and expert in cybersecurity technologies, IT concepts, strategies, and methodologies, as well as security aspects of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, communications, and network protocols.
  • Leader within agile working environments to include both SCRUM and KANBAN.
  • Expert proficiency in dimensional and lateral thinking, application delivery, system and technology integration, system software infrastructure, and workplace adaptability.
  • Industry cybersecurity and/or technology certifications are preferred
  • SANS Certifications, ideally GCIH, GCFE, GREM, GCFA; CSSLP preferred
  • Secure Software Programmer Java; GWEB Certified web application defender; CASE Java preferred.
  • .NET Certified Application Security Engineer Java; CASS Certified Application Security Specialist.
  • Collaboration, prioritization, and adaptability skills required.
  • Negotiation skills; oral and written communication skills.
  • Expert consultative skills, including the ability to understand and assist in applying customer requirements.
About Us
This position may have in-office requirements depending on candidate location.

As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.

At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.

We are proud to support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, where all 45,000 employees feel a sense of community, belonging and can do their best work. Our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer a centralized, open space to bring employees and allies together to connect, learn and engage.

We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits

Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

Fair Chance Notices
  • California
  • San Francisco
  • Los Angeles
  • Philadelphia

Client-provided location(s): Columbus, OH, USA; Boston, MA, USA; Plano, TX, USA; Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
Job ID: liberty_mutual-2024-65950-en_1
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Performance Bonus
    • Pension
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Mentor Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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