Lead Info Security Engineer (Power Apps and Python (NON RPA)

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

At Principal, we believe in pushing boundaries and setting new standards in Information Security. As a Lead Info Security Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on high-reaching projects that directly contribute to the safety and integrity of our systems. Your role will be pivotal in developing innovative solutions that improve our security measures and ensure magnificent operations. Join us to collaborate with extraordinary teams and efficiently implement modern automation strategies!

Responsibilities

• Build, develop, and improve Python-based automation solutions for:
  • Data extraction, cleaning, manipulation, and transformation using pandas and related libraries
  • API integrations across security, risk, and GRC systems
  • Workflow orchestration and exception-handling mechanisms
• Build and optimize Power Platform solutions to automate manual GRC processes, including:
  • Risk intake workflows
  • Control evidence collection
  • Exception and waiver management
  • Remediation tracking and lifecycle automation
• Develop Power BI dashboards, data models (DAX, Power Query), and visual analytics to deliver insights for leadership and engineering collaborators
• Implement automation pipelines bringing to bear cloud services (Azure/AWS) to enable secure, scalable, and governed data processing
• Work with relational databases to write SQL queries, build schemas, and support integration/ETL pipelines
• Deliver automation solutions following structured SDLC practices with strong documentation, testing, and deployment processes
• Operate within Agile/SCRUM teams—participating in sprint ceremonies, grooming sessions, retrospectives, and iterative delivery cycles
• Collaborate with Information Security, Risk, Compliance, Engineering, Procurement, and Vendor Management teams to identify automation opportunities that can improve control effectiveness and operational efficiency
• Ensure all solutions align with security guidelines, internal GRC expectations, and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO, SOX)
• Participate in build reviews, perform root cause analysis, and implement monitoring, error handling, and resilient execution patterns
• Contribute to reusable automation components and standardization efforts across GRC Engineering

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability in automation, engineering, or data workflows, preferably within Information Security, GRC, or regulated environments
• Strong hands‑on expertise in Python, including:
  • pandas for data transformation, cleaning, and analysis
  • API integrations and automation workflows
• Snowflake (data modeling, ingestion patterns, performance optimization)
• Experience building enterprise‑grade solutions using Power Apps and Power Automate
• Solid expertise in Power BI, including:
  • Data modeling
  • DAX or equivalent experience
  • Performance optimization
  • Secure data access builds
• Good understanding of databases, SQL, relational schemas, and data pipelines
• Experience working in Agile/SCRUM development environments
• Familiarity with cloud platforms
• Ability to learn quickly, handle multiple initiatives, and collaborate within multi‑functional engineering teams
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals (PL‑900) or Developer (PL‑400), or cloud certifications (Azure/AWS)

Additional Information

Our Engineering Culture

Through our product‑driven Agile/Lean DevOps environment, we’ve fostered a culture of innovation and experimentation across our development teams. As a customer‑focused organization, we work closely with our end users and product owners to understand and rapidly respond to emerging business needs.

Collaboration is embedded into everything we do – from the products we develop to the quality service we provide. We’re driven by the belief that diversity of thought, background, and perspective is critical to creating the best products and experiences for our customers.

Experience Principal

At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose‑led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well‑being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.

Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.