Cyber Security Engineer

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

We are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to be part of our NBCU Security Engineering team.  The Cyber Security Engineer supports security consulting engagements across all NBCU businesses, Enterprise IT, and the Cyber Security organization to ensure technology is designed and deployed securely and aligned with Cyber Security and enterprise technology strategies.  

The successful candidate will be joining NBCUniversal at an exciting time as we evolve our process and services. The Cyber Security Engineer will be responsible for conducting end to end security and threat analysis of enterprise initiatives involving new or modified technology deployments. The Cyber Security engineer will be responsible for completing security reviews, giving and receiving feedback, and will begin to specialize in one or more cyber disciplines. During security reviews, the Cyber Security Engineer ensures that business initiatives are deployed with Information Security best practices and guidelines across various Cyber Security technology areas, focusing on network, application, cloud, and enterprise security controls.  

Finally, the Cyber Security engineer will partner with business customers, information security officer team members, and security engineering team members, so strong communication and organizational skills are necessary.  

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• 2+ years of practical engineering experience in enterprise IT or Cyber Security  
• Beginner-level knowledge in one or more technical areas (eg., Cloud, Network, Endpoint, etc) with a willingness to learn other areas as needed 
• Ability to explain common threats to components including Network, Cloud, Web and Application environments 
• Knowledge of best practices in the Cyber Security industry, including OWASP Top 10 and CWE/SANS Top 25
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback in a team environment
• Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills 
• Able to work with remote team members and work independently without heavy supervision, but can ask for help or clarification when needed
• Organized and professional, willing to take notes and help keep projects on track  
• Excellent time management skills to appropriately prioritize multiple concurrent projects 

Desired Characteristics:

• Formal Degree is not required, relevant experience in the above mentioned areas prioritized  
• Intermediate knowledge in one or more technical or cyber security areas
• Experience providing cyber security guidance/consultative services 
• Experience performing threat analysis and modeling
• Knowledge of security principles applied during the software development lifecycle SDLC), and secure coding practices
• Experience in Consumer-Facing Applications: Direct experience with security products or services consumed by millions of users, particularly in streaming media, OTT platforms, or digital media services.
• Familiarity with security controls such as Cloud Security Matrix, NIST CSF, CIS Critical Security Controls  
• Experience using industry frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK
• Understanding of various data and privacy regulations, including PCI DSS, SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA 
• Understanding of common Cloud Services offered (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) 
• Familiarity with Cybersecurity Engineering/Operations, Incident Response, and GRC functions  
• Experience using diagramming tools such as Lucidchart or Visio

Additional Requirements:

• Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range:  $75,000 - $100,000.

We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

For LA County and City Residents Only:  NBCUniversal will consider for employment
qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner
consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance
Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles' County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.