Cyber Security Engineer
Hoover
Thursday, 21 May 2026
At Regions, the Cyber Security Engineer supports applicable services for cloud applications, infrastructure, platform security, and related technologies within the Cyber Security organization. The engineer at this level is considered a subject-matter expert (SME) utilizing extensive experience and technical knowledge and may lead complex projects as necessary. Primary Responsibilities. Utilizes extensive knowledge in the design, implementation, and support of relevant cyber security technology solutions. Provides technical administration to include troubleshooting support, break-fix operations, patching, and other day-to-day activities for relevant applications. Stays abreast of industry trends and investigates organizational objectives and needs, ensuring team mutual knowledge and awareness. Reviews and maintains operational documentation and reports to support monthly trend analysis as well as project components. Leads research, proof-of-concept, selection, and implementation of technology solution. Conducts an advanced level of analysis of pros and cons and build vs buy options, offering opinion to management regarding disputes and contrasts. Explores implementation of new technologies, solutions, and methods to improve business processes, efficiency, effectiveness, and value delivered to customers. Leads the examination of technology vision, opportunities and challenges regarding security standards and the impact of the technology within the Cyber Security organization. Develops and maintains relevant metrics, controls, and other governance administration related to cyber security technology. Participates in on-call rotation for the support of any relevant cyber security technologies. Ensures compliance with risk management programs, rules and regulations, and cybersecurity practices; identifies opportunities for and supports process improvements; applies disciplined change management practices. Assists management collaborating with other teams on projects, ensuring alignment with the goals and objectives of the Cyber Security organization. Works jointly with management to assist in the development of technical skills and knowledge among team, ensuring the organization has adequate resources to ensure the safety and protection of Regions’ technology and assets. Serves as a mentor to team members. Acts as a role model in adhering to operational processes, standards, and procedures. May serve as a leader in security incident response activities and post-event reviews of security incidents. May serve as the subject-matter expert regarding design, implementation, and maintenance of relevant cyber security solutions to business areas, project teams, and vendors. May lead complex projects as assigned by management. This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. Requirements. High School Diploma or GED and ten (10) years of related post-secondary education and/or experience in Information Security and/or Information Technology. Preferences. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Security, Information Systems Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Experience within a Cyber and/or Information Security organization within the financial services industry. Applicable technology and/or security certifications (e.g. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Comp. TIA Security , Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), etc.)Skills and Competencies. Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and industry guidance. Ability to prioritize conflicting demands. Ability to work independently. Advanced analytical and evaluative thinking capability. Advanced knowledge of modern security tools and controls. Advanced problem-solving skills to offer sound solutions to complex issues. Strong knowledge of common web technologies, cloud technologies, and enterprise and network architecture. Strong knowledge of defense in depth, trust levels, privileges, and permissions. Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills?Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting one or more OS types (Red. Hat Linux, AIX, Solaris, Oracle Linux, etc.) in an enterprise environment. Strong understanding of IAM concepts, especially Least Privilege. Experience with one or more UNIX Identity Management solutions (Bo. KS, Cyber. Ark, Delinea, VAS, etc.)Familiarity with enterprise tools such as SailPoint and Okta, or similar. Deep understanding of UNIX permissions, file ownership, PAM, user/group management. Understanding of SUDO policies and privilege delegation. User provisioning/deprovisioning processes. Shell scripting experience (Python experience a plus)Experience with Role Based Access Control. Understanding of Cloud IAM concepts (AWS IAM, Azure AD)This position is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future. Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week. The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in-office expectations. Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense. The locations available for this role are Birmingham, AL, Atlanta, GA, Nashville, TN, or Charlotte, NC. Regions will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position at this time. Applicants for this position must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Position Type. Full time. Compensation Details. Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job. The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position. Job Range Target:Minimum:$134,275.35 USD - Median:$176,000.00 USD - Incentive Pay Plans:Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.