Associate Cybersecurity Engineer - IAM - job 8 of 22

As an Associate Cybersecurity Engineer at Visa, you’ll be tasked with managing access governance for applications and databases, implementing Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts, and supporting onboarding and offboarding processes. This includes overseeing application enrollments, automating data collections, and ensuring compliance with governance principles related to Dormancy, Orphan, and Rogue access.

To qualify for the Associate Cybersecurity Engineer position at Visa, candidates should be proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala. A solid understanding of unstructured data governance is necessary, and familiarity with AI/ML assistance tools and Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) like VS Code and IntelliJ is highly beneficial.

As an Associate Cybersecurity Engineer at Visa, you play a crucial role in enforcing zero-trust security models by ensuring that access is granted only after thorough verification. Your responsibilities include the management of onboarding and offboarding access, and implementing just-in-time access principles, which all contribute to a secure and resilient infrastructure in alignment with zero-trust policies.

Candidates for the Associate Cybersecurity Engineer role at Visa should have proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Python, Java, or Scala, as this knowledge is crucial for developing and maintaining software applications and automating various tasks within the IAM framework.

The Associate Cybersecurity Engineer position at Visa follows a hybrid work model, which means you'll have the opportunity to work both in the office and remotely. The precise expectation for in-office days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager, offering flexibility to maintain a balanced work environment.

When answering this question, focus on how IAM involves ensuring that the right individuals have the appropriate access to technology resources. Discuss concepts such as authentication, authorization, and accounting, and how they play roles in managing user identities securely.

To respond, describe your familiarity with different automation tools and scripting languages. Share a specific example of a project where you successfully automated data collection, emphasizing the benefits achieved in terms of efficiency and accuracy.

Discuss your understanding of unstructured data, types of unstructured data, and the importance of governing such data. If you have practical experience or projects that involved unstructured data, outline those to showcase your knowledge.

Be prepared to detail your proficiency in any programming languages listed in the job description, emphasizing your ability to write efficient code, debug it, and implement unit tests. Specific examples of how you've applied these skills successfully in past roles will strengthen your answer.

Explain how you can leverage AI/ML tools for tasks such as code generation, process optimization, or enhancing productivity. Share examples of tools you have used, how you integrated them into your workflow, and the results you achieved.

Provide a concise overview of zero-trust security, emphasizing the philosophy of 'never trust, always verify'. Discuss the importance of continuous validation of identities and access rights, and how this impacts your approach as an Associate Cybersecurity Engineer.

Describe the importance of establishing clear processes for granting and revoking access in accordance with IAM practices. Discuss methodologies you’ve implemented to ensure efficient and secure access management in previous roles.

List the Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) and debugging tools you have used, such as Visual Studio Code or IntelliJ. Discuss how you approach debugging and the strategies you employ to identify and resolve issues effectively.

Talk about rogue access as unauthorized access created by users or applications. Explain its potential risks, such as data breaches and security vulnerabilities, and your strategies for identifying and mitigating these risks as part of your role at Visa.

Discuss your approach to prompt engineering, focusing on how clear and concise prompts can improve AI/ML tool outputs. Offer insights on your experience in refining prompts based on trial and error for optimal task execution.