Technology Development Program - Cybersecurity, Encryption Services

Overview:

Participates in the Bank's Technology Development Program (TDP), a two-year development program designed to build technical expertise within Cybersecurity. Participants gain hands-on experience supporting two Cybersecurity teams across the two years, providing exposure to multiple cybersecurity disciplines while developing technical skills, business acumen, and a strong foundation for a long-term career in Cybersecurity.

Encryption Services:

The Encryption team helps protect M&T's customers and corporate information through the implementation and management of enterprise encryption technologies. The team supports capabilities such as cryptographic key management, certificate management, encryption standards, and data protection controls that help safeguard sensitive information across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. Team members partner with cybersecurity and technology stakeholders to support secure solutions and strengthen data protection practices. Technologies and tools used by the team may include cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS, infrastructure automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible, Windows and Linux operating systems, and enterprise encryption and cryptography solutions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Mentor with experienced technology staff to develop in-depth technical skills in Cybersecurity.
• Contribute to projects involving cloud technologies, infrastructure as code, automation, and cybersecurity initiatives.
• Complete a series of rotations, over a set timeframe, in cybersecurity disciplines to gain a broader understanding of how they are utilized at the Bank and how they work together to deliver solutions and services to internal and external customers.
• Complete a series of rotations, over a set timeframe, in multiple technical disciplines within Cybersecurity, to gain a broader understanding of them, how they are utilized at the Bank and how they work together to deliver solutions and services to internal and external customers.
• Determine post-program assignment in one of the core areas through career path design, performance, assessment, and interest.
• Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.  Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Scope of Responsibilities:

The Bank’s Technology Development Program is a rotational training program for Bachelor degreed individuals in a technical discipline.  The Program is designed with flexibility to shape the jobholder’s career and expand their career objectives.  The Program offers a combination of career planning, technical and competency-based training mentorship with challenging assessments designed to accelerate one’s career with the Bank.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology related field
• Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0
• Demonstrated experienced with an Information Technology discipline, such as Data Networking, Application Development, Platform Operating Systems, Database, Data Analytics or Information Security
• Understanding of hardware configurations and software concepts in the current environment and future technologies
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven influencing skills
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaborative focus
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing, database and presentation software
• Knowledge of Agile Methodologies and Ceremonies

• Work Visa Sponsorship not offered for this role

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Intermediate to advanced programming skills in one or more pertinent languages
• Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.2
• Experience from technology internships

Physical Requirements:

N/A

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $29.57 - $43.99 per hour. The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. The range listed above encompasses all geographic locations. The pay rate specific to your location will fall within this range and is available from your recruiter.

Location

Buffalo, New York, United States of America