Information Security Engineer

When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students.

We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big.

Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way.

We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other.

This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work.

Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more.

We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills.

Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.

What You’ll Contribute

The Information Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing security technologies and infrastructure that protect the organization’s information assets.

What You’ll Do

Manage the day-to-day operations of the information security function, including security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and user access controls.

Collaborate with IT, legal, compliance, and other teams to implement and maintain security controls and processes.

Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate potential security risks and vulnerabilities.

Perform regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests; coordinate remediation efforts

Manage security incidents and breaches, including investigation, response, and remediation efforts.

Maintain secure integrations between systems, applications, and cloud environments

What you have

Minimum education, skills and experience required.

Solid understanding of information security principles, practices, technologies, and standards.

Familiarity with risk management methodologies and frameworks.

Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.

Experience in developing and implementing information security policies, standards, and procedures.

Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Experience in onboarding new software solutions into Identity & Access Management (IAM)

Hands-on experience with SailPoint and / or other identity governance solutions

Familiarity with SCIM protocols, APIs, and web services

Experience conducting certification access reviews and supporting compliance initiatives

Preferred education, skills, and experience.

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Relevant certifications or advanced degrees are a plus.

5 years of experience in information security, with demonstrated experience in managing security operations and projects.

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Feeling your best helps you do your best :

Our benefits take care of the whole you—so you can build your work around your life (not the other way around!).

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed

Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more

Employer paid short-term / long-term disability and basic life insurance

Flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs

Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)

Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives

Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs

Career development and training opportunities

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