Staff Security Engineer

Support Center - Irving

As a Staff 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

• Leads analysis of complex security issues (e.g security events, threat models, etc)
• Responsible to monitor, operate, configure, remediate multiple security tool (e.g firewalls, anti-malware)
• Implement security processes/standards, for example Michaels Secure Coding Standard
• Drive security projects. Manage Security Champion programs globally. Develop and conduct Security Training for all Michaels CIO employees
• Uses security tooling architecture and develop hands-on Security Automation that integrates with various DevOps/DevSecOps tools.
• Master speed with security functions
• Responsible to design and implement security controls, tools and monitoring
• Develop and leverage internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of business goals
• Execute systems strategies to support business goals
• Provides insight and guidance, and 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

• 5-10 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)
• Strong knowledge of incorporating secure coding into application development and DevOps practices 
• Prior experience with managing application security training programs
• Prior experience with metrics and dashboards for executive reviews as well as driving day-to-day operations
• Experience with operations and security with GCP, 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 effectively communicate both verbally and written
• 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
• Excellent project management skills

Preferred Education

• MS Computer Science or closely related fields
   

Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills

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

Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires

• Prior experience managing Security Champion programs a strong plus
• Proficient in securing Windows and *nix operating systems, endpoint applications, networking protocols and devices.
• Skillful in 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. As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at

and . The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and , a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit 

At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit

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Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all Makers 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

(1800-MICHAEL).

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