IT Security Ops Specialist Full Time

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

Job Description

The Security Engineering Tech Lead is responsible for both leading and delivering enterprise-level security engineering operations. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on execution to ensure the protection, resilience, and continuous improvement of Mattel’s cybersecurity ecosystem. The position oversees and contributes to initiatives across Endpoint Security, Event Logging and Monitoring, Digital Asset Protection, and Digital Forensics.

The Security Engineering Tech Lead drives delivery of secure and scalable engineering solutions, ensuring that endpoints, data protection, and event monitoring tools are effectively deployed, maintained, and optimized. The role requires deep expertise in endpoint detection and response (EDR), SIEM platforms, data protection, and forensic tooling, as well as a commitment to operational excellence, automation, and continuous modernization.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Provide direct technical leadership and operational delivery for Endpoint Security, Event Logging and Monitoring, Digital Asset Protection, and Digital Forensics programs.
• Oversee endpoint security controls to ensure coverage, functionality, and compliance across all enterprise systems and platforms.
• Lead configuration, tuning, and policy optimization of EDR, browser protection, and identity threat protection tools to improve detection efficacy and reduce false positives.
• Manage and improve Data and Digital Asset Protection (DAP/RAP) programs, ensuring secure file transfer and data sharing practices.
• Lead the Logging and Event Monitoring program, ensuring collection, parsing, and centralized management of all critical audit logs to support security investigations and compliance readiness.
• Collaborate with the SOC and Digital forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) teams to perform forensic acquisitions, maintain forensic infrastructure, and support investigative workflows.
• Ensure all security tools and agents operate within defined SLAs and maintain operational integrity.
• Develop and maintain runbooks, SOPs, and playbooks for all key security engineering workstreams.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure control effectiveness and operational health.
• Stay current on emerging security technologies, frameworks, and best practices, and proactively recommend enhancements to strengthen Mattel’s security posture.
• Support corporate audits (SOX, PCI, NIST CSF, etc.) through evidence collection and control validation.
• Mentor engineers and analysts, fostering a culture of collaboration, delivery excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in after-hours or on-call rotations to support critical incidents or outages as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

7+ years of experience in Security Engineering or Security Event Analysis, including at least 5 years in a technical lead or senior engineering role.

• Proven expertise with EDR, SIEM, and data protection tools.
• Experience in engineering, tuning, and managing endpoint and cloud-based security tools and their supporting infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of Linux, Windows, and macOS environments, including OS hardening and CIS benchmarks.
• Deep understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework, event logging, and incident response processes.
• Experience with DFIR, digital forensics, and data protection tools (e.g., Varonis, Cyberhaven, Proofpoint ITM, Magnet Forensics, EnCase, Cellebrite).
• Familiarity with secure file transfer services and digital asset protection mechanisms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to conduct root cause analysis and drive effective remediation.
• Ability to manage and mentor technical teams, prioritize work, and balance operational demands with strategic initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts for business audiences.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity (or equivalent experience).
• Certifications such as GIAC (GCDA, GSEC), CySA+, CASP+, CompTIA Security+, or vendor-specific credentials (CrowdStrike, Splunk, Sumo Logic).
• Experience with Insider Threat and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technologies (e.g., Forcepoint, Symantec, Proofpoint, Cyberhaven).
• Familiarity with Intune, SCCM, or Jamf for endpoint management.
• Advanced scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, Bash, or API integrations.
• Experience aligning security programs with frameworks such as NIST 800-53 and CIS Controls.
• Strong project management skills and a demonstrated ability to deliver complex technical initiatives on time and within scope.

Additional Information

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:

We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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