Bank of America Corporation

Senior Engineer - GenAI Security

Bank of America Corporation$122K — $200K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in cybersecurity, security architecture, or platform security engineering
  • Expertise in identity and access management (IAM), API security, and zero-trust design
  • Proven experience securing distributed, cloud-native platforms and multi-tenant systems
  • Strong understanding of data protection principles and compliance frameworks
  • Familiarity with observability and detection engineering in application architectures

Responsibilities

  • Ensure design and engineering approaches align with portfolio solutions
  • Define technology tool stack and adapt new testing practices
  • Enable CI/CD capabilities and engage with technical stakeholders
  • Guide teams on design and code performance best practices
  • Deliver complex features end-to-end, including automation
  • Conduct research and evaluate new toolsets for CI/CD and feature releases
  • Establish security architecture and implement identity/access controls

Benefits

  • Industry-leading benefits package
  • Access to paid time off
  • Resources for employee support and development
  • Opportunities for performance-based discretionary awards
  • Collaborative work environment with advanced technology innovation
Full Job Description

Job Description:
This job is responsible for defining and leading the engineering approach for complex features to deliver significant business outcomes. Key responsibilities of the job include delivering complex features and technology, enabling development efficiencies, providing technical thought leadership based on conducting multiple software implementations, and applying both depth and breadth in a number of technical competencies. Additionally, this job is accountable for end-to-end solution design and delivery.

Job Profile Summary:

Global Markets GenAI Technology is a fast-growing global team with locations in New York City, Charlotte, London, and India. Generative AI presents an exciting opportunity to derive valuable insights from data and drive revenue growth, efficiencies, and improved business processes. Global Markets GenAI Technology will collaborate with Global Markets Sales & Trading, Quantitative Strategies & Data Group (QSDG) & Platform teams to the design and buildout global generative AI platform.

The platform will cater to a rapidly growing number of use cases that harness the power of Generative AI. Both proprietary and open-source Large Language Models, and large structured and un-structured data sets will be leveraged to produce insights for Global Markets and its clients.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensures that the design and engineering approach for complex features are consistent with the larger portfolio solution

  • Define the technology tool stack for the solution and evaluate and adapt new testing tool/framework/practices for team(s)

  • Enables team(s)/applications with Continuous Integration/Continuous Development (CI/CD) capabilities and engages with other technical stakeholders pertaining to efficient functioning of CI-CD pipeline

  • Guides and influences team(s) on design and best practices for high code performance –e.g. pairing, code reviews

  • Provides end-to-end delivery of complex features, including automation, for either a single team or multiple teams, at the program level

  • Conducts research, design prototyping and other exploration activities such as evaluating new toolsets and components for release management, CI/CD, and features

  • Works with stakeholders to establish high-level solution needs and with architects for technical requirements

  • Define and implement the security architecture for the GenAI platform

  • Design and enforce identity and access control models

  • Establish secure API and tool invocation patterns

  • Define and implement AI guardrails and safety controls

  • Lead threat modeling and risk assessment for GenAI systems

  • Design and enforce RAG and data security controls

Required Qualifications:

  • 8+ years in cybersecurity, security architecture, or platform security engineering

  • Strong expertise in:

    • Identity and access management (IAM), OAuth2, mTLS

    • API security, gateway enforcement, and zero-trust design

    • Threat modeling and risk assessment

  • Proven experience designing and securing:

    • Distributed, cloud-native platforms

    • Multi-tenant systems with strict data access controls

  • Strong understanding of:

    • Data protection, encryption, and access control principles

    • Auditability, logging, and compliance frameworks

  • Familiarity with:

    • Observability and detection engineering (SIEM, anomaly detection)

    • Attack vectors and security risks in modern application architectures

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with GenAI / AI/ML security, including:

    • Prompt injection and adversarial attacks

    • Data leakage and model misuse risks

    • Guardrails and safety evaluation frameworks

  • Experience securing:

    • RAG architectures, vector databases, and retrieval pipelines

    • Agent-based or multi-agent systems

  • Experience in regulated environments (financial services strongly preferred)

  • Familiarity with:

    • OWASP LLM / agentic security risks

    • Model governance, lineage, and compliance metadata

Skills:

  • Automation

  • Influence

  • Result Orientation

  • Stakeholder Management

  • Technical Strategy Development

  • Application Development

  • Architecture

  • Business Acumen

  • Risk Management

  • Solution Design

  • Agile Practices

  • Analytical Thinking

  • Collaboration

  • Data Management

  • Solution Delivery Process

Minimum Education Requirements: Bachelor Degree or Equivalent Professional Experience

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week: 

40

Pay Transparency details

US - NY - New York - 1100 Ave Of The Americas - Two Bryant Park (NY1540)

Pay and benefits information

Pay range

$122,000.00 - $200,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.

Discretionary incentive eligible

This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.

Benefits

This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.

About Bank of America Corporation

Bank of America Merrill Lynch is the corporate and investment banking division of Bank of America. It provides services in mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt capital markets, lending, trading, risk management, research, and liquidity and payments management. It was formed through the combination of the corporate and investment banking activities of Bank of America and Merrill Lynch following the acquisition of the latter by the former in January 2009. Bank of America completed the acquisition of Merrill Lynch & Co on 1 January 2009. Bank of America began rebranding all of its corporate and investment banking activities under the Bank of America Merrill Lynch name in September 2009. In April 2010, Bank of America Merrill Lynch appointed Christian Meissner as head of investment banking for Europe, Middle East and Africa. In April 2011, Bank of America Merrill Lynch integrated its corporate and investment banking operations into a single division. In October 2013, Bank of America Merrill Lynch was recognised as the Most Innovative Investment Bank of the Year in The Banker's Investment Banking Awards.

Bank of America Corporation Careers

Join the dynamic team at Bank of America Corporation, a premier global financial institution where innovation, leadership, and growth go hand in hand. As one of the largest banks in the world, we offer unparalleled job opportunities and a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth. Work You’ll Do At Bank of America Corporation, you’ll be part of a team that’s dedicated to making a real difference. Whether you’re helping families buy their first home, advising businesses on expansion, or developing cutting-edge financial technologies, your work will have an impact. Our commitment to leadership in the financial industry has never been stronger, and we need passionate, skilled professionals to lead our journey. Explore a World of Opportunities From entry-level positions to leadership roles, Bank of America Corporation offers a variety of career paths in areas such as investment banking, technology, marketing, and risk management. Our job opportunities span the globe, providing the chance to work alongside the best in the industry and develop skills that will propel your career forward. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with Bank of America Corporation’s internship programs. These opportunities provide hands-on experience and a chance to engage in meaningful work that complements your academic studies. Interns gain invaluable networking opportunities, receive mentorship from seasoned professionals, and learn about the culture and operations of a global financial leader. Benefits and Growth Bank of America Corporation is committed to the well-being and continuous professional development of our team members. We offer a competitive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our employees. Our training programs and development initiatives ensure that every team member has the opportunity to grow and advance within the company. Inclusive Culture We believe our strength lies in our diversity. Bank of America Corporation fosters an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. Through diversity training and a commitment to equal opportunities, we cultivate leadership and innovation that reflect the wide-ranging communities we serve. Join Our Team Are you ready to advance your career at a company that’s at the forefront of the financial industry? Explore the positions available at Bank of America Corporation and find where your skills and interests align with our needs. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are curious, creative, and eager to drive change. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from Bank of America Corporation Careers by subscribing to our job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to receive updates that match your career interests and get insider tips that can help you during your application and interview process. Bank of America Corporation is not just a company—it’s a place where you can shape your future and the future of finance. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what a bank can be.
Learn more about Bank of America Corporation
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208,000 employees
Market Cap
$260.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$17.8 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
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