Job DescriptionWe are seeking an Associate Cybersecurity Engineer to join the Post-Quantum Security Team within Cybersecurity Engineering and Operations (CE&O). This role is ideal for an early-career cybersecurity professional with a strong interest in cryptography, emerging technologies, and secure system design.
As an Associate Cybersecurity Engineer, you will work closely with experienced security architects and engineers, software engineers, systems engineers, security analysts, and product teams to help evaluate, implement, and support technologies that enable Visa's transition to post-quantum cryptography. You will contribute to research, proof-of-concepts, cryptographic discovery initiatives, technology assessments, client-facing engagement, and operational activities supporting Visa's quantum readiness program.
This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in one of the most significant technology transformations facing the cybersecurity industry.
Major Duties- Support senior engineers in evaluating and testing NIST-standardized post-quantum cryptographic algorithms and protocols.
- Assist in conducting cryptographic discovery and inventory activities across applications, infrastructure, and security platforms.
- Leverage Generative AI, Agentic AI, Machine Learning, and automation technologies to improve the efficiency, scalability, and accuracy of cybersecurity engineering and operational processes.
- Participate in proof-of-concept projects involving PQC-enabled products, services, HSMs, PKI platforms, Key Management Systems, and network security technologies.
- Help assess the impact of quantum computing on existing cryptographic systems and payment security architectures on-prem and on cloud.
- Support the development of migration strategies, technical documentation, standards, and implementation guidance.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to identify cryptographic dependencies and remediation opportunities.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of cryptographic automation, reporting, and risk tracking processes.
- Leverage Generative AI, Agentic AI, Machine Learning, and automation technologies to improve the efficiency, scalability, and accuracy of cybersecurity engineering and operational processes.
- Participate in security architecture reviews, threat modeling activities, and technology evaluations.
- Assist with industry research on emerging cryptographic standards, regulatory developments, and best practices.
- Support internal training, awareness, and knowledge-sharing initiatives related to cryptography and post-quantum security.
- Create technical reports, presentation materials, and engineering documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
All Visa roles requiredigital fluency, including the ability to work with emerging technologies such as Generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) to support everyday work.
Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.
QualificationsBasic Qualifications- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, CIS/MIS, Cybersecurity, Business or a related field, graduating May 2026 - August 2027.
Preferred Qualifications- Academic coursework or research involving cryptography, distributed systems, security engineering, or quantum computing.
- Familiarity with post-quantum cryptography concepts and NIST PQC standards.
- Understanding of PKI, certificate lifecycle management, and hardware security modules (HSMs).
- Experience using cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Exposure to Linux environments, APIs, automation, and DevSecOps practices.
- Relevant certifications such as Security+, CEH, GSEC, or similar foundational cybersecurity certifications.
- Experience with scripting or programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, or C/C++.
- Demonstrated passion for emerging technologies, security research, or applied cryptography.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary for a new hire into this position is $114,400 USD which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.
Work Authorization: Permanent Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment for this position. Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.
Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.
Work HoursVaries upon the needs of the department.
Travel RequirementsThis position requires travel 5-10% of the time.
Mental/Physical RequirementsThis position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.
