Lead IT Security Engineer

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

The Information Technology group delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the trusted infrastructure of the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of essential, building infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and implementing data standards and governance.

Pay and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
• Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
• Pension / Retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
• DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

The impact you will have in this role:

Being a member of the IT Cybersecurity & Platform Strategy team, the Cloud and Compliance Engineering Operations Specialist will provide day-to-day operational support for DTCCs cloud security and compliance programs across AWS, Azure, and GCP. The role is responsible for monitoring security controls, supporting compliance activities, coordinating remediation efforts, managing cloud security tooling, and assisting platform teams in maintaining secure and compliant cloud environments.

Your Primary Responsibilities:

• Operate and support cloud security platforms and services across AWS, Azure, and GCP, including CSPM, CNAPP, vulnerability management, compliance monitoring, and identity security solutions.
• Investigate, analyze, and assist with remediation of cloud security findings, vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and compliance gaps in partnership with application and infrastructure teams.
• Implement and maintain cloud security controls, baselines, monitoring capabilities, and security automation solutions.
• Develop and enhance scripts, workflows, and automation to improve operational efficiency, security coverage, and response times.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, runbooks, and knowledge articles to support cloud security operations.
• Participate in incident response, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities related to cloud security services.

NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, or security engineering.
• Bachelors degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Industry-recognized cybersecurity or cloud certification preferred (Security+, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, CCSP, CISSP, etc.).

Talents Needed for Success:

• Experience securing cloud environments in AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Hands-on experience with CSPM, CNAPP, vulnerability management, and security tooling such as Wiz, Qualys, CrowdStrike, AquaSec, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of cloud identity and access management, security monitoring, and compliance practices.
• Experience identifying, investigating, and remediating security risks, vulnerabilities, and cloud misconfigurations.
• Familiarity with cloud security frameworks and standards such as NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and ISO 27001.
• Experience with automation and scripting using Python, PowerShell, Bash, Terraform, or similar technologies.
• Ability to learn and manage new technologies
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.