Security Software Development Engineer

Job description

**Your opportunity**

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career.

Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).

The Schwab Cybersecurity Services (SCS) organization is a centralized Center of Excellence (COE) within Schwab Technology Services (STS) that provides security services to advance Schwab’s security posture of critical assets.

Application and Data Engineering organization within SCS owns the strategy, design, development, implementation and support through automation and orchestration for achieving high security and performance, increasing efficiency, and eliminating manual repetitive tasks in cyber operations and business process within SCS.

We are looking for the right candidate to join our team as a **Security Software Development Engineer** with responsibilities that include:

+ Designing, building orchestration and automation solutions using Google SecOps platform.
+ Designing and developing end-to-end secure log ingestion pipelines, ensuring data is accurately parsed, normalized, and enriched for analysis within the SIEM.
+ Collaborating with Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts to develop, assess, and tune high-fidelity detection rules, analytics, and correlation searches.
+ Developing, implementing, and maintaining automation playbooks and workflows to streamline security operations and accelerate incident response and triage.
+ Integrating AI and machine learning capabilities into security workflows.

Leveraging Google's AI services (e.g., Gemini for Security Operations) to enable intelligent, context-aware next generation automation solutions.
+ Creating comprehensive technical documentation.

Generate reports to demonstrate the effectiveness of automated security controls.
+ Positively influencing the behavior of peers and building relationships with other teams independently.
+ Working on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluating specific factors.

**What you have**

**Required:**

+ 5 to 8 years of direct experience in cybersecurity engineering, with experience in SIEM/SOAR development.
+ Proficiency in Cloud service implementation preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services
+ Strong programming skills in Python for scripting, automation, and API integrations.
+ Ability to analyze security event data, troubleshoot complex issues related to log sources, and fine-tune detection logic.
+ Ability to thrive in dynamic and fast-paced team environments
+ Exposure and strong interest in cloud AI/ML frameworks
+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.
+ A bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

**Preferred:**

+ Relevant certifications such as Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are preferred.
+ Demonstrated experience applying AI and machine learning concepts to security, including Google's AI-powered security feature

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

**What’s in it for you**

At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future.

We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact.

Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

+ 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
+ Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
+ Paid parental leave and family building benefits
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Health, dental, and vision insurance
What’s in it for you:
At Schwab, we’re committed to empowering our employees’ personal and professional success.

Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you’ll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry.

Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
Paid parental leave and family building benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Schwab is an affirmative action employer, focused on employing and advancing in employment, qualified women, racial and ethnic minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities in the workplace.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at applicantaccessibility@schwab.com or call 800-275-1281.

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