Sr Software Engineer II - Cybersecurity and Salesforce

The International Card & Risk Services Technology (ICRST) organization delivers the technology strategy, platforms and solutions that underpin International Card Services and Credit & Fraud Risk across global markets. With approximately 900 colleagues across the UK, US, Canada, India and Mexico, ICRST plays a critical role in shaping enterprise-wide technology outcomes and driving compliance, resilience and innovation.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline, and/or comparable professional experience; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, security engineering practices, and approaches for identifying and mitigating technology risk.
• Working knowledge of the Salesforce platform and the cybersecurity considerations associated with Salesforce environments, configurations, integrations, access controls, and data.
• Knowledge of enterprise application and platform security, including identity and access management, authentication, authorization, data protection, integrations, and secure configuration practices.
• Knowledge of security controls and practices across the technology lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.
• Understanding of cybersecurity risk assessment, threat identification, vulnerability management, and security control implementation.
• Knowledge of cloud and SaaS security concepts and their application within enterprise environments.
• Awareness of emerging technologies, including AI-enabled capabilities, and associated cybersecurity and governance considerations.

Skills and Experience

* At least 4 years of professional experience in cybersecurity. * At least 2 years of experience in software engineering, cybersecurity engineering, or a closely related technical engineering discipline. * At least 1 year of experience working with or supporting solutions on the Salesforce platform, including experience applying cybersecurity or engineering principles within a Salesforce environment. * Demonstrated ability to identify and assess cybersecurity risks and translate security requirements into practical technical recommendations. * Experience working with technical and non-technical stakeholders to evaluate technology solutions, identify security considerations, and drive appropriate risk mitigation. * Experience with enterprise security concepts such as identity and access management, authentication and authorization, data protection, application security, platform security, and secure integrations. * Ability to understand technical architecture, system integrations, data flows, and platform configurations and evaluate them from a cybersecurity perspective. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex technical issues and communicate recommendations clearly. * Experience collaborating across cybersecurity, engineering, technology, product, and business teams. * Ability to provide technical guidance and influence engineering and security decisions without requiring direct authority. * Experience working in Agile or other iterative technology delivery environments. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate cybersecurity risks and technical concepts to a range of audiences.

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.