Senior Specialist, Cloud Security Engineering

Global Risk and Security (GR&S) at Vanguard enables business strategy, protects client and Vanguard interests (e.g., assets and data), and stewards a strong risk culture. Our teams leverage enterprise-wide insights, deep expertise, and trusted advice so that across Vanguard leaders and crew drive faster, stronger, risk-informed decisions.

Within GR&S, the Enterprise Security and Fraud (ES&F) sub-division is responsible for the global protection of Vanguard crew, property, data, and client assets. We are the trusted advisors that protect the pride of Vanguard with state-of-the-art security and fraud capabilities. We are a world-class destination of highly engaged, passionate, and diverse talent expected to continuously learn and develop in an ever-changing security landscape.

Our crew are our greatest resource - by joining our team you will build collaborative long-term relationships and enjoy a suite of benefits that includes comprehensive health and wellness care, work-life balance, and an investment in your future at its core .

Cloud Security Engineering, Sr. Specialist:

• Plans and implements new security technologies and major releases for the most critical enterprise-wide IT cloud platform projects. Manages the design, implementations, and deployment of cloud identity authentication and authorization systems to support and meet business needs. Ensures installations meet standards, and implements improvements and performance issue solutions.
• Ensures reliable operation of cloud production. Aligns processes and methodology to diagnose and troubleshoot security issues for cloud computing systems with internal standards. Implements security technologies in infrastructure to improve its overall performance. Maintains comprehensive technical knowledge of software and infrastructure platforms.
• Develops auditing methodologies and architecture to manage and protect data in cloud computing environments.
• Trains and mentors' junior staff on processes and technologies. Troubleshoots and resolves the most complex issues. Provides guidance and consultation as required. Maintains documentation for the department.
• Collaborates with stakeholders across the business and provides subject matter expertise. Supports in identifying and addressing cyber security needs.
• Develops and proposes internal practices for systems analysis, including system requirements analysis and definition, and logical design.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
• Uses next gen emerging technologies like machine learning and AI to drive adoption of authentication and authorization solutions at scale.

What it takes:

• Minimum of ten years related work experience.
• Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Grand Prairie, TX

Job ID: Vanguard-170255

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-29T00:56:13