Cybersecurity Solutions Architect

Company: M&T Bank
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: January 6, 2021

Job Description:

R19916**Overview:**Leads a security practice focused on specialized assessment of security controls for systems and applications. Leverages a risk-based approach to ensure appropriate security principles and controls are applied during the system development life cycle to meet stakeholder objectives and protect customer and corporate assets in line with enterprise risk appetite.**Primary Responsibilities:**+ Obtain a basic understanding of enterprise architecture to identify security gaps, develop controls and design solutions meeting business objectives while complying with security standards.+ Recommend security controls required to protect confidentiality, integrity and availability of customer and corporate data in line with the enterprise risk appetite based on Bank policy and standards.+ Document and verify recommended security controls are aligned with Bank policies and standards as well as industry best practices; ensure proper documentation of exceptions to standards and/or recommend mitigating controls.+ Prepare required systems and applications security documentation, ensuring alignment with applicable laws, regulations, Bank policies and standards, as well as industry best practices. Present and explain standards relevant to projects and need for compliance.+ Communicate required systems and applications security controls to owners or technical leads, ensuring alignment with applicable laws, regulations, Bank policies and standards, as well as industry best practices.+ Engage with other Solutions Architects and Technology teams to identify security risks of proposed projects and recommend system and application modifications.+ Remain current with industry trends and security threats.+ Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company's Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.+ Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the M&T Bank brand.+ Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.+ Complete other related duties as assigned.**Scope of Responsibilities:****Education and Experience Required:**Minimum of 2 years' higher education and 3 years' relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 5 years' higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 3 years' relevant work experienceBasic knowledge of cybersecurity principles and organizational requirements relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availabilityBasic understanding of information technology security principlesBasic knowledge of security controlsExperience working in a group environment and completing tasks in a timely fashion**Education and Experience Preferred:**Bachelor's DegreeCISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or CRISC (Certified Risk and Information Systems Control) certification or Cybersecurity domain-related industry-recognized certificationSelf-motivatedWilling to learn in a fast-paced environmentBasic experience with information technology security concepts and technologiesGIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Security + certification or related certificationBasic knowledge of security technologies and architecture, including at least two of the following: encryption, cloud network security design, Role Based Access Control, perimeter security and application securityBasic understanding of how to protect information systems from cybersecurity threats**Location**Amherst, New York, United States of AmericaAt M&T Bank, we understand what's important when you're considering a career. M&T strives to be the best company our employees ever work for, the best bank our customers ever do business with, and the best investment our shareholders ever make.The key features of our culture are our:+ Heritage of strength and stability+ Exceptional and long-tenured employees+ Focus on long-term client relationships+ Commitment to the communities we serve+ Commitment to our shareholdersWhen applying for a job at M&T Bank, candidates are required to complete a candidate profile.If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact us at careersitesupport@mtb.com for further assistance.M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.M&T Bank Corporation has policies and procedures in place to promote a drug free workplace.

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