Sr Security Engineer

Support Center - Irving

As a Sr Security Engineer, you will work on complex technical security solutions across multiple technology stacks. You work closely with development, DevOps, and infrastructure team members to build best in class security practices.

Major Activities

• Analyzes complex security issues (e.g security events, threat models, etc)
• Responsible to monitor, operate, configure, remediate multiple security tool (e.g firewalls, anti-malware)
• Help to implement security processes/standards, for example Michaels Secure Coding Standard
• Use tooling architecture and develop hands-on Security Automation that integrates with various DevOps/DevSecOps tools
• Enhanced speed with security functions
• Responsible to independently security controls, tools and monitoring
• Leverage internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of business goals
• Execute systems strategies to support business goals
• Resolves cross-functional issues

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or STEM related field of study

Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires

• 5+ years of experience in security engineering

• Experience multiple security component (e.g. firewall and IPS) Competency with complete security stack with in discipline (elgl network security)

• Good knowledge of incorporating secure coding into application development and DevOps practices

• Prior experience with managing application security training programs

• Experience with operations and security with GCP or AWS, Containers, and Serverless technologies

• Established experience with Agile (including Scrum and Kanban) and software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices.

• Experience with web development languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.)

• Ability to navigate a rapidly changing landscape, while handling multiple responsibilities

• Curious about new technology and always looking to acquire new knowledge

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Be an action-oriented, independent, self-starter comfortable working in an unstructured, fast-paced environment

Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• CISSP, CISM, CCNP, OSCP, GIAC, etc.
• Cloud Solution Architects Certification preferred

Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires

• Experience with Windows and *nix operating systems, endpoint applications, networking protocols and devices.
• Experience single sign-on (SSO), OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect and SAML.
• Ability to effectively communicate business risk from cybersecurity topics.
• Active involvement with practices emerging from OWASP, NIST and SANS, among others.

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.

Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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