SaaS Cybersecurity Specialist at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SaaS Security, Cybersecurity, Automation, Python, PowerShell, Go, Git, GitHub, CI/CD, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Terraform, Agile, Jira, Microsoft Entra, Incident Response

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Identifying, onboarding, and evaluating SaaS Solutions onto our security tools and functions to enhance security around Ford-used SaaS solutions. Developing and managing security policies in the following advanced security tools: Collaborate with fellow SaaS Security team members and cross-functional teams to proactively identify, analyze, and resolve SaaS security issues, ensuring a robust and secure environment. Design, develop, and implement robust automation solutions for critical security workflows, audits, and policy management within platforms like AppOmni, Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (MDCA), and exception handling processes. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related OR a combination of education and experience Proven experience in developing and implementing automation using scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Go, particularly for API integrations, security tool orchestration, and custom audit scripts. Solid understanding and practical experience with Git and GitHub for version control, collaborative development, and security automation pipeline management. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) to integrate security automation into the software development lifecycle. Knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles and tools like Terraform. Customer-centric mindset with a strong commitment to collaboration and team success. Proactive self-starter with a continuous learning aptitude, capable of quickly adapting to new technologies and threats. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Exceptional problem-solving and analytical reasoning skills to diagnose and resolve intricate security challenges. Strong drive for results, demonstrating the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Unwavering commitment to quality and adherence to project timelines and deliverables. Practical familiarity with Agile project planning methodologies and hands-on experience using Jira for task tracking and project management in a security context. Proficiency in documenting technical processes, procedures, and security configurations to ensure maintainability and knowledge transfer. Deep hands-on experience with SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) and Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) tools, specifically AppOmni and Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (MDCA), including policy development, incident response, and integration. Proficiency in Microsoft Entra (formerly Azure AD) for identity and access management within SaaS environments. Comprehensive understanding of security best practices for enterprise-level SaaS deployments, cloud platforms (GCP, Azure), and common web application security frameworks. Demonstrated experience in the secure configuration and functionality of key enterprise SaaS solutions, including but not limited to: Microsoft 365 (M365), Salesforce, GitHub, ServiceNow, Jira, and Miro. https://fordcareers.co/GSR-HTHD This position is a range of salary grades 6-8. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

The role involves identifying, onboarding, and evaluating SaaS solutions to enhance security around Ford-used SaaS solutions. It also includes developing and managing security policies and collaborating with teams to resolve SaaS security issues.