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Cybersecurity Engineer

Charlotte, United States; Golden, United States; New York, United States

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Posted
09/28/2026
Job reference
15263
Experience level
Experienced Hire
Job category
Engineering & Technology
Line of business
CYBERSECURITY

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. 


Skills and Competencies
  • Proven experience in cybersecurity engineering, preferably in vulnerability management
  • Hands-on experience with SQL and relational/database warehouse technologies
  • Hands-on experience with Power BI, including creation and maintenance of dashboards; experience with Qualys, WIZ, and other relevant vulnerability management platforms
  • Proficiency in Python and/or JavaScript for pipeline development, automation, and tooling
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact directly with non-technical internal customers
  • One or more preferred certifications including CISSP, CISA, CEH, GSEC, or CRISC
  • Prior experience in a global organization working within a team environment
  • Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
Education
  • Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree, or relevant certifications, preferably in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
  • 3–5 years of cybersecurity engineering experience within an enterprise environment
Responsibilities
The Cybersecurity Engineer – Platform Security is responsible for proactively identifying, managing, and resolving security vulnerabilities while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across the enterprise environment.
  • Proactively identify and resolve risks to the organization, continuously strengthening and improving the security environment
  • Apply knowledge of vulnerability frameworks including NIST, CVSS scoring, CWE, MITRE, OWASP, and CIS Benchmarks to assess and prioritize remediation efforts
  • Maintain a consistent ticket closure rate above average, ensuring tasks are completed within a four-day average and updated with relevant information at least twice per week
  • Prioritize security above all other tasks, avoiding escalations and ensuring assigned work does not require follow-up
  • Collaborate across technical and non-technical teams by providing clear, plain-language responses and maintaining visibility of work and its organizational impact
  • Challenge existing processes and propose alternative solutions, sharing knowledge and contributing to business enablement through a mindset of critical thinking and innovation
  • Maintain independent-level proficiency in at least two supported technologies, with Qualys and WIZ required, and obtain at least one certification per year
  • Complete a minimum of 50 hours of training annually to support ongoing professional development
About the Team
Our Cybersecurity team is globally responsible for helping the organization balance risk by aligning policies and procedures with Moody's business and regulatory requirements. The team is responsible for the development, enforcement, and monitoring of security controls, policies and procedures, disaster recovery programs, Governance Risk and Compliance reporting, and the delivery of security services including the company's Cybersecurity program. By joining our team, you will contribute to a mission-critical function that protects and enables the business, while working alongside talented professionals who leverage innovative technologies, including artificial intelligence, to stay ahead of an evolving threat landscape.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $95,500.00 - $138,550.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@moodys.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement.

Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.

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