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About the Role

The Staff Cyber Security Engineer is a senior individual contributor who will provide technical leadership in the design and advancement of cyber security solutions across complex environments. This role will lead cross-team security initiatives, influence architectural decisions, and address elevated security risks through deep technical expertise and collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in AI Detection & Response (AIDR) and AI Security Posture Management (AISPM). Leads the design and implementation of security strategies for AI and machine learning ecosystems, including threat detection, model security, adversarial attack mitigation, and risk management. Proven ability to build scalable security programs that protect AI applications, data pipelines, and cloud environments while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational resilience.

Responsibilities

Design and implement resilient security controls across infrastructure, cloud, and application environments; address complex threat scenarios and incorporate emerging cybersecurity and technology trends.
Lead security initiatives across multiple teams; provide technical direction, guidance, and mentorship to engineers and security practitioners.
Leads investigation and response to complex security incidents; drive root cause analysis and long‑term risk remediation.
Contribute to development and refinement of security standards, patterns, and controls aligned with risk and business objectives.
Partner with engineering, infrastructure, and platform teams to embed security into system design and delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering; or related field of study or equivalent, relevant work experience
8+ years of experience working in cybersecurity, security operations, IAM, PAM, cyber defense, or related technical roles.
Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls across infrastructure, cloud, and application environments.
Proven ability to lead complex technical work, operate independently, and influence security outcomes across multiple teams.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence Strategy
Artificial Intelligence Technologies
MITRE ATT&CK Framework
Threat Modeling
Teamwork
Security Automation
Cloud Security Architecture
Cybersecurity
Security Framework
Teamwork
Communication
Security Tools
Forward Thinking
AI/ML concepts
behavioral analytics
large language models
retrieval-augmented generation
AI agent architectures
AI security platforms
emerging AI technologies
cloud-native security architectures in Amazon Web Services and Azure environments.

Location

Remote or Hybrid

Work Type

Regular
Full-time

Experience Level

8+ years of experience
10+ years of experience
2+ years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree

Salary/Compensations

$139,800.00 - $223,700.00
$160,800.00 - $279,600.00
$153,800.00 - $246,100.00
$153,800.00 - $279,600.00
$153,800.00 - $257,300.00
$160,800.00 - $257,300.00
$139,800.00 - $246,100.00
$160,800.00 - $257,300.00
$139,800.00 - $223,700.00
$153,800.00 - $246,100.00
$139,800.00 - $223,700.00

Benefits

medical
prescription drug
dental
vision
basic and optional life insurance
supplemental medical plans
short and long-term disability
401(k) plan
11 paid holidays
Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time (“PSST”)
40 hours of Illinois PSST
40 hours of Illinois Paid Leave
purchase company stock
annual incentive bonus

About the Company

At Bread Financial, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community, and be part of our award-winning culture.
We’ve been consistently recognized as a best place to work nationally and in many markets and we’re proud to promote an environment where you feel appreciated, accepted, valued, and fulfilled—both personally and professionally.
Bread Financial supports the overall wellness of our associates with a diverse suite of benefits and offers boundless opportunities for career development and non-traditional career progression.
Bread Financial® (NYSE: BFH) is a tech-forward financial services company that provides simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions to millions of U.S. consumers.
Our payment solutions deliver growth for some of the most recognized brands in travel & entertainment, health & beauty, technology, electronics, jewelry, home and specialty apparel through our co-brand and private label credit cards and pay-over-time products providing choice and value to our shared customers.
Additionally, we offer Bread Financial general purpose credit cards and saving products that empower our customers and their passions for a better life.
Bread Financial proudly marks 30 years of success in 2026.
To learn more about our global associates, our performance and our sustainability progress, visit breadfinancial.com or follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.
Bread Financial offers competitive pay, a comprehensive selection of benefit options including 401(k).

Equal Opportunity

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Any applicant offered employment will be required to establish that they are legally authorized to work in the United States for the Company.
The Company participates in E-Verify.
The Company will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.
The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, and all applicable state/local laws.
The Company will provide accommodations to applicants needing accommodations to complete the application process.
Applicants with disabilities may contact the Company to request and arrange for accommodations.
If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.
Please contact the Recruiting Team at TaOps@breadfinancial.com.