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Senior Associate Endpoint Security Engineer
Amgen
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Source date: 11/2/2026
About this role
Join our team at AMGEN Capability Center Portugal , consistently recognized among the top companies in the Best Workplaces™ ranking by Great Place to Work® in Portugal. In 2026, we were once again distinguished as one of the top Best Workplaces in the country (category 201–500 employees), reinforcing our commitment to an exceptional employee experience and workplace culture. We are a team of over 500 talented individuals, spanning more than 30 functions and areas of expertise, and representing over 40 nationalities. Together, we bring diverse perspectives and professional backgrounds to help shape the future of healthcare through innovation and technology. This is your opportunity to explore a world of possibilities across areas such as Data & Analytics, Digital, Technology & Innovation, Cybersecurity, R&D Operations, Global Distribution, Finance, Regulatory Affairs, General & Administrative, Human Resources, and many more. Located in the heart of Lisbon, our AMGEN office fosters a culture of innovation, excellence, and purpose. Come thrive with us at AMGEN, supporting our mission To Serve Patients. What we do at AMGEN matters in people’s lives. Senior Associate Endpoint Security Engineer At AMGEN, Technology isn’t just a support function—it’s a catalyst for discovery, transformation, and real-world impact. Here, your ideas fuel innovation that improves and saves lives of patients in dire need of our medicines. Are you ready to do meaningful work that matters? LIVE What you will do As an Endpoint Security Senior Associate, you will be a technical engineer for a very diverse endpoint tools. This engineer will play a key role in designing, deploying, and maintaining solutions to build our evolving endpoint protection capabilities, as well as operate, lead, and improve multiple endpoint security technologies. This associate will protect Amgen from threats inside of the company's environment within both the global corporate network and manufacturing environments. You will operate, manage, and improve Amgen’s endpoint security posture solutions. Within the team, you will identify emerging risks related to endpoint protection, advise management, and develop technical remediations to address those risks. This position will be responsible for the development of processes and procedures for multiple solutions Amgen utilizes to deliver to the promise of a secure digital workplace. They run multiple projects simultaneously to implement and improve the endpoint security protections and use advanced analytics to demonstrate success. This engineer will play a key role in educating technologists and business leaders about the security strategies. Works daily alongside the digital workforce experience team to specify, implement, and validate security controls for Amgen’s workstations, servers and mobile platforms. Experience with Windows (Workstation and Server) and Mac (macOS/iOS) operating systems. Designs, operates, maintains, and enhances capabilities for the technical systems that ensure protection of endpoints for Amgen’s global workforce. Identifies new risk areas for data and plans controls to mitigate those risks. Researches new technologies, processes, and approaches based on industry practices and recommends future plans for secure configurations. Authors procedures and guidelines and advises on policies related to workstation and mobile protection requirements and remediation or investigation of violations. Develops and conducts training on protection technologies for operations staff. Educates business leadership about data risk. Consults other technology groups on endpoint protection strategies and recommends appropriate points of both technical and process integration. Partners with the Manager of Endpoint Security to collaborate closely with legal and human resources leadership on violation remediations. Collaborates with architecture strategy leaders and business unit leadership to ensure that security by design configurations are incorporated into new business projects. Collaborates with Endpoint Security Engineers to integrate protection technology into the operations of traditional Endpoint Detection and Response operations. WIN What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The information security professional we seek is a self-starter with these qualifications: Master’s degree Or Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in Information Systems, or Computer Science Or Associate degree and 4 years of experience in Information Systems, or Computer Science Or High school diploma / GED and 6 years of experience in Information Systems, or Computer Science Preferred Qualifications: Skill with elements of MDM systems such as Intune, Workspace One, and JAMF on Windows, MacOS and iOS based operating systems. Experience with endpoint security solutions like Traditional Anti-Malware Technologies, Next Generation Anti-Malware, Application Allowlisting, and Endpoint Detection and Response. Experience implementing secure baselines such as DISA STIGs and CIS Benchmarks. Understanding of endpoint technologies from a security perspective including the security risks associated with misconfiguration. Experience with data analytics in building executive reports. Familiarity with one or more security frameworks, especially in regulated environments. Proficiency specifying requirements for technical systems, as well as designing, implementing, and operating those systems. Expertise in global IT operations, including an understanding of regulatory and cultural differences encountered when dealing with international peers and customers. Basic capabilities with programming or scripting languages. Experience with project management workstream leadership, preferably using Agile methodology. Deep knowledge of the principles of endpoint protection, including availability, integrity, and confidentiality of user devices. Preferred Certifications (Any): SANS (GSEC, GCED) Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) or Security+ Microsoft Certifications (MCSA, MCSD, MCSE) THRIVE What you can expect of us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also care deeply for our teammates’ well-being and growth. Work That Matters – Build tech that accelerates scientific breakthroughs and helps patients worldwide. Modern Tech Stack – Cloud-first, automation-focused, AI-powered. Global Scale, Agile Mindset – Collaborate across continents while working in nimble, high-impact teams. Continuous Learning – Access to certifications, trainings, mentorship, and career mobility. AMGEN Total Rewards Plan – Comprehensive benefits in healthcare, finance, and well-being. Flexibility – Hybrid work model with time split between our Lisbon office and remote work. APPLY NOW Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us. CAREERS.AMGEN.COM EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT AMGEN is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.