Caterpillar Inc. is hiring: Cybersecurity Application Developer in East Peoria

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Job Description

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Career Area

Technology, Digital and Data

What You Will Do

• Responsible for developing various internal cybersecurity focused web applications to realize and grow our service offering.
• Partner with product architects in resolving technical matters associated with our product and related service offerings.
• Provide daily operational support and maintenance for one or more products needed to deliver the team’s service offerings.
• Interface with internal process partners and vendor support staff to resolve technical issues attributed to products supported by the team.
• Execute development driven by agile user stories and features for supported products.
• Achieve sprint efficiency and deliver milestone goals.
• Perform testing during development processes and QA prior to production deployment.

What You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Security Engineering/Architecture, Computer Science, or comparable experience.
• Programming and scripting: Proficiency in languages like Python, Java, and C++, as well as scripting languages like JavaScript.
• Security foundations: Strong understanding of security and networking fundamentals, cryptography, and access management.
• Application security: Deep knowledge of web application security, including common vulnerabilities and protection techniques.
• Software development lifecycle (SDLC): Familiarity with secure development practices throughout the entire SDLC.
• Security tools and automation: Experience with security tools, monitoring, logging, and implementing security automation.
• Risk management: Ability to identify and manage security risks and assess digital risk levels.

Top Candidates Will Have

• One or more professional certification(s) from an accredited institution (CISSP, CCSP, GWEB, Linux, Python, CISSP, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Caterpillar Cyber Security Policies and Directives
• Excellent critical thinking, problem solving, and written/verbal communication skills.

Additional Information

• This position is on-site five days a week.

Summary Pay Range

$87,480.00 - $131,280.00

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates

October 30, 2025 - November 5, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.