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Synchrony Financial Hiring for AVP, Application Security Portal Engineer Job at West Chester, OH Full Time

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Job Description:


Role Summary/Purpose:

The Application Security Data Platform Team owns the platform and technology that aggregates data from Secure Development and Penetration Testing data sources. The team is responsible for assessing the data integrity used to measure compliance to standards, identifying non-compliance, and communicating results to senior leadership. The AVP, Application Security Portal Engineer will enhance processes and drive efforts to effectively analyze and prioritize vulnerabilities for remediation. The position will also be responsible for executing the strategic direction set by the VP Application Security Data Platform Manager.

This position is remote, where you have the option to work from home. On occasion we may request for you to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and culture events. To ensure the safety of our colleagues and communities, we require employees who come together in-person to be fully vaccinated. We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility.


Essential Responsibilities:

The App Sec Data Platform Team coordinates across all elements of the IT organization at all levels, including senior executives. This role requires experience in information security, risk management, and secure code development; the candidate will be viewed as (and must be) a subject-matter expert. Responsibilities include:

  • Maintain cooperative relationship with infrastructure, application, database, network, and desktop/laptop teams to drive remediation.

  • Ensure the integrity and accuracy of aggregated results from security testing and code assessments.

  • Support the creation of exception risk metrics and vulnerabilities identified through the security exception process.

  • Identify commonalities among coding errors that impact the security of SYF applications and collaborate with development teams to drive effective remediation options.

  • Analyze vulnerability data and assist with the prioritization and remediation of the identified vulnerabilities commensurate to risk and the SYF vulnerability management and application security standards

  • Understand vulnerabilities, their impacts, mitigation techniques, and document and articulate this understanding to various stakeholders

  • Support the expedited remediation tracking of specific emergency or priority vulnerabilities.

  • Support the collection of data and documentation in support of examinations/audits.

  • Work with existing solution vendors as necessary; identify potential solutions.

  • Provide technical leadership and subject-matter expertise to constituents’ firm-wide on Application Security best practices.

  • Support the continuous improvement of metrics capabilities that convey performance of SYF Application Security program and risk to SYF, leveraging automation where possible.

  • Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned


Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum 5 years of work experience in IT OR in in lieu of a degree, a High School Diploma/GED and minimum 7 years work experience

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in information security or related technology experience.

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience conducting or reviewing application security assessments for common vulnerabilities (OWASP top 10)


Desired Characteristics:

  • Industry certifications such as CISSP are a plus.

  • Knowledge of application development practices and tool sets.

  • Deep knowledge of and experience in vulnerability management, risk management, and information security.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, to include ability to present detailed technical solutions to a non-technical audience

  • Excellent problem-solving skills, to include demonstrated experience in and ability to analyze, understand, and resolve highly complex technical and non-technical issues and pursue the most relevant course of action

  • Self-starter with ability to work with only limited guidance/direction

  • Awareness of the latest cybersecurity trends and developments.

  • Experience in planning and leading collaboration among technical teams


Grade/Level: 11

The salary range for this position is 85,000.00 – 170,000.00 USD Annual

Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA and Metro NY and some positions are bonus eligible.


Eligibility Requirements:

  • You must be 18 years or older

  • You must have a high school diploma or equivalent

  • You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process

  • You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

  • New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 24 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


Our Commitment:

When you join us, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard—but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+, with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.

This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


Reasonable Accommodation Notice:

  • Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

  • If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time


Job Family Group:

Information Technology

Job Overview

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  • Job Title: Synchrony Financial Hiring for AVP, Application Security Portal Engineer Job at West Chester, OH