Staff Security Software Engineer

Job Description

The Role:

We're looking for a seasoned Security Software Engineer to join our IAM team (Identity Access Management) to help develop, architect and advance our suite of applications and services. You will contribute primarily to developing novel IAM technology for GM while also advancing and optimizing our SaaS services. Serve as an internal subject matter expert on architecture, implementation, management, and industry best practices for identity strategy.  

What You'll Do: 

• Design and develop security-focused software solutions, tools, and automation frameworks 
• Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native environments 
• Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to embed security into system architecture 
• Conduct code reviews and threat modeling to identify and remediate vulnerabilities 
• Build and maintain systems for monitoring, logging, and alerting on security events 
• Develop and maintain APIs and microservices that support security operations 
• Participate in incident response and forensic investigations as needed 
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies 

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications): 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience). 
• 9+ years of experience in the administration, configuration, and support of IAM products including: EntraID, SailPoint or other similar products. 
• Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Go, Java, C++). 
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) 
• Strong understanding of authentication, authorization, encryption, and secure coding practices. 
• Experience working with security and audit teams 
• Ability to self-manage time and maintain an excellent work ethic in an Agile environment 
• Able to convey identity requirements and concepts across different levels of users 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications): 

• Exposure to contractor heavy and partner collaboration driving identity systems 
• Project experience modeling and deploying external identity architectures 
• Experience working with Databricks, Microsoft, or Google products 
• Experience with CASB security integrations 
• Experience with front-end application development 

Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate.

       • The salary range for this role is $160,200-$246,300. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

       • Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits:

Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

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