The Security Engineer 4 (Manager) position is focused on designing and delivering security platforms and automated controls spanning cloud and on-prem environments. The role supports architecture across IAM, endpoint, network, and data protection, and provides technical guidance during incident response and forensics.
Role Location and Work Arrangement
McLean, VA (hybrid). This role is designated as a hybrid position, and you are expected to adhere to the company’s hybrid policy regarding required on-site presence at your designated office location.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of technology platforms and automated controls across cloud and on-prem environments
- Architect and implement scalable solutions for IAM, endpoint, network, and data protection systems
- Develop advanced automation for vulnerability management, detection, and compliance monitoring
- Act as a technical advisor during complex incident response and forensics investigations
- Partner with software, cloud, and infrastructure teams to embed security by design into enterprise platforms
- Evaluate and integrate new security technologies, ensuring interoperability and operational scalability
- Influence and codify engineering standards, patterns, and reusable modules
- Provide ongoing support for security tools, including investigations, analysis, and break/fix
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification
- At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity or information technology
- At least 3 years of experience working in a cloud-based environment
- At least 2 years of experience designing and implementing automated security solutions
Technologies and Skills
- IAM
- CI/CD
- Infrastructure as code
- Serverless computing
- Terraform
- CloudFormation
- Java
- Python
- JavaScript
- CISSP
- AWS Security Specialty
- CIDPRO
- GIAC Cloud Security
Compensation and Incentives
Full-time. Salary ranges are location-dependent.
- McLean, VA: $197,300 - $225,100 per year
- Plano, TX: $179,400 - $204,700 per year
- Richmond, VA: $179,400 - $204,700 per year
This role is also eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long-term incentives (LTI).
Work Authorization
At this time, the employer will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, and will not offer immigration related support for this position (including H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-3, O-1, and other work authorization forms requiring immigration support from the employer).
Application Window
This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.
Additional Information
- No agencies please.
- Equal opportunity employer (EOE), including disability and veteran status, committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- Promotes a drug-free workplace.
- Considers for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries.
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- For technical support or questions about the recruiting process, email Careers@capitalone.com.
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