Northern Trust

Sr Lead, Cyber Sec Eng

Northern Trust$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 9+ years in Cyber Security/Data Protection Engineering
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Experience with SecuPi/DAM technologies
  • Strong understanding of REST APIs and API security
  • Familiarity with Java or similar languages for SDK integration
  • Experience integrating with SIEM/SOAR technologies
  • Knowledge of secure coding practices and encryption

Responsibilities

  • Lead implementation of SecuPi Data Activity Monitoring controls
  • Design and develop custom solutions using the SecuPi SDK
  • Troubleshoot and resolve SDK and API integration issues
  • Support deployment of SDK components in Azure Kubernetes Service
  • Drive integration of SecuPi with enterprise applications
  • Design data security policies and monitoring use cases
  • Partner with teams for secure integration and onboarding of applications

Benefits

  • Comprehensive retirement benefits (401k and pension)
  • Medical, dental, and vision health benefits
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Discretionary bonus program with equity component
Full Job Description
Role Summary

Senior Lead Cyber Security Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and managing enterprise data protection solutions, including SecuPi Data Activity Monitoring (DAM), Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), CASB, and Zscaler security controls. This role leads enterprise initiatives focused on data visibility, monitoring, classification, protection, encryption, and secure integration across cloud, SaaS, and on-premises environments.
Key Responsibilities

  • Lead implementation of SecuPi (DAM) controls and data-level encryption
  • Lead implementation and support of Microsoft Purview Information Protection, Data Classification, Sensitivity Labeling, and DLP capabilities
  • Lead implementation and administration of Zscaler DLP, CASB, ZIA, ZPA, and SSE controls to protect enterprise data
  • Design, develop, and maintain custom solutions using the SecuPi SDK to enhance the application integration with SecuPi
  • Develop automated onboarding solutions for databases, applications, and monitoring policies using SecuPi APIs and SDK frameworks.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to SDK integrations, API connectivity, performance bottlenecks
  • Support deployment and operation of Java-based SDK components within Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and containerized environments.
  • Troubleshoot containerized applications, API services, and database monitoring components running in Kubernetes environments.
  • Support high availability, scaling, and disaster recovery requirements for SecuPi DAM platform services running on AKS.
  • Drive integration of SecuPi with enterprise applications, especially in Azure
  • Design and enforce data security policies and monitoring use cases
  • Partner with application and cloud teams for secure integration
  • Lead onboarding of applications into DAM platform


Major Duties
• Design secure integration architectures for DAM/SecuPi
• Define scalable and secure engineering solutions
• Support full lifecycle (design to deployment and support)
• Collaborate with architecture and enterprise teams
• Ensure security, scalability, and performance requirements
• Drive automation and process improvements
• Provide SME consultation and leadership
Required Skills & Expertise
  • Experience with SecuPi / DAM technologies
  • Experience developing custom integrations using SecuPi SDKs, APIs, or similar security platform frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of REST APIs, JSON, XML, authentication mechanisms, and API security.
  • Experience integrating security platforms with Microsoft Sentinel, ServiceNow, Splunk, or comparable SIEM/SOAR technologies.
  • Familiarity with Java or similar development languages for SDK integration and automation purposes.
  • Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and DevSecOps practices.
  • Experience developing custom integrations using SecuPi SDK, APIs, or similar security platform frameworks.
  • Experience integrating security platforms with Microsoft Sentinel, ServiceNow, Splunk, or other SIEM/SOAR solutions.
  • Knowledge of secure coding practices, authentication mechanisms, encryption, and API security.
  • Experience deploying and supporting Java applications in Docker and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments.
  • Ability to analyze business requirements and develop scalable, maintainable, and secure SDK-based solutions.
Experience & Qualifications
• 9+ years in Cyber Security / Data Protection Engineering
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Certifications (CISSP, CISM, cloud) preferred
Leadership Scope (P3 Expectations)
• Lead enterprise DAM initiatives
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership
• Act as escalation point for critical issues
• Influence architecture and control strategy
Nice to Have
• Event-driven architecture (Kafka, Event Hub)
• Kubernetes/cloud-native exposure
• Experience with SIEM and analytics tools
• Knowledge of governance and compliance frameworks
Summary

This role is key to advancing enterprise data-centric security by enabling real-time monitoring, encryption, and secure application integration using SecuPi/DAM platforms.

Salary Range:

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

About Northern Trust

Northern Trust is a global leader in delivering innovative investment management, asset and fund administration, and fiduciary and banking solutions to corporations, institutions, and affluent individuals. They have evolved with the changing needs of their clients and their world.

Northern Trust Careers

Joining Northern Trust means becoming part of a global financial services institution that is dedicated to providing expert guidance and innovative solutions to its clients. At Northern Trust, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of leadership, diversity, and innovation, which makes us a premier destination for career growth in the financial industry.

Work You’ll Do

At Northern Trust, you will collaborate with some of the most talented professionals in the financial sector. Our team is committed to excellence and equipped with a diverse range of skills that contribute to our dynamic environment. Here, you will have the opportunity to lead projects that transform our services and drive significant value for our clients across the globe.

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Whether you are starting your career or looking to make a significant impact in the financial industry, Northern Trust offers a variety of job opportunities and internships that will help you achieve your professional goals. From entry-level positions to leadership roles, our company is actively hiring individuals who are passionate, curious, and driven to excel.

Innovative Work

Northern Trust is at the forefront of financial innovation. Our employees are encouraged to think creatively and leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems. By joining our team, you will work on pioneering solutions that redefine the standards of financial services.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our team at Northern Trust is more than just a group of employees – we are a community. We value collaboration, and our culture is built on mutual respect and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Working with us, you will experience a supportive network that is passionate about sharing knowledge and ideas.

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Northern Trust is dedicated to your professional development. We offer comprehensive benefits, diversity training, and numerous resources to help you grow your career. With our support, you can expand your skills, gain valuable experience, and achieve professional certifications that will enhance your career trajectory.

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Learn more about Northern Trust
Size
21,100 employees
Market Cap
$18.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1889
5 Year Trend
+4.9%
Revenue
$6.1 billion
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