Cybersecurity Engineer

The Cybersecurity Engineer in Platform Security supports proactive identification, management, and resolution of security vulnerabilities while strengthening enterprise security operations. The role emphasizes vulnerability management practices, security frameworks, and independent proficiency with Qualys and WIZ in an onsite environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve organizational risks proactively, continuously improving the security environment.
• Use vulnerability frameworks to assess and prioritize remediation, including NIST, CVSS scoring, CWE, MITRE, OWASP, and CIS Benchmarks.
• Maintain a consistent ticket closure rate above average, completing tasks within a four-day average and updating work at least twice per week with relevant information.
• Ensure security work remains prioritized, avoiding escalations and preventing assigned tasks from requiring follow-up.
• Partner with technical and non-technical teams by providing clear, plain-language responses and maintaining visibility into work and its organizational impact.
• Evaluate existing processes, propose alternatives, and share knowledge through critical thinking and innovation to support business enablement.
• Operate with independent-level proficiency in at least two supported technologies, with Qualys and WIZ required, and complete at least one certification per year.
• Complete at least 50 hours of training annually to support ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• Proven experience in cybersecurity engineering, preferably focused on vulnerability management.
• Hands-on experience with SQL and relational/database warehouse technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Power BI, including creation and maintenance of dashboards, along with experience using Qualys, WIZ, and other vulnerability management platforms.
• Proficiency in Python and/or JavaScript to develop pipelines, automation, and tooling.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact directly with non-technical internal customers.
• Preferred certifications including CISSP, CISA, CEH, GSEC, or CRISC.
• Experience working in a global organization and collaborating within a team environment.
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with interest in learning how AI tools can improve processes and drive efficiency, including developing awareness of responsible AI practices such as risk management and ethical use.
• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree, or relevant certifications, preferably in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of cybersecurity engineering experience within an enterprise environment.

Technologies

• SQL
• Power BI
• Qualys
• WIZ
• Python
• JavaScript
• NIST
• CVSS scoring
• CWE
• MITRE
• OWASP
• CIS Benchmarks

Compensation and Location

Location: Golden, CO (onsite)

Salary: USD 95,500 - 138,550 per year

Experience requirement: Minimum 3 years

Benefits

• Incentive compensation
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
• Life, disability, and accident insurance
• Discounted employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement

About the Team

Moody’s Cybersecurity team is globally responsible for balancing risk by aligning policies and procedures with the company’s business and regulatory requirements. The team develops, enforces, and monitors security controls, policies and procedures, disaster recovery programs, and Governance, Risk and Compliance reporting, and delivers security services, including the Cybersecurity program. Team members protect and enable the business while leveraging innovative technologies, including artificial intelligence, to stay ahead of an evolving threat landscape.

Equal Opportunity

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. For accommodation inquiries or application assistance, email [email protected].

Additional Notices

• For U.S. based roles only: Anticipated hiring base salary range is $95,500.00 - $138,550.00 depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation.
• For San Francisco positions: Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
• Promotional opportunity: This position may be considered a promotional opportunity pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
• Disclosure of securities holdings: Candidates for Moody’s Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.