Senior Security Engineer – SIEM & Detection Engineering

Skills and Qualifications 

Required: 

• 58 years of experience in security engineering detection engineering or SOC architecture in an enterprise environment. 

• Expert-level knowledge of SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk XSOAR or equivalent) including onboarding parsing rule creation and optimization. 

• Strong understanding of detection engineering including attack chain mapping MITRE ATT&CK coverage and event correlation. 

• Experience with log source onboarding (firewalls proxies endpoints cloud identity email systems etc.). 

• Familiarity with SOAR tools and automation workflows for triage and enrichment. 

• Strong scripting skills (Python PowerShell or Bash) for rule automation parsing and enrichment. 

• Understanding of cloud detection engineering across Azure AWS or GCP environments. 

• Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills with a focus on collaboration and data-driven decision-making. 

• SIEM engineering and administration (Splunk Sentinel etc.) 

• Log collection parsing and correlation logic development 

• NDR/XDR deployment and tuning (e.g. ExtraHop Vectra Cisco CrowdStrike or similar) 

• Detection engineering and content lifecycle management 

• Cloud detection coverage (Azure AWS GCP) 

• Scripting and automation (Python PowerShell Bash) 

• SOAR integration for alert enrichment and response automation 

• Data normalization threat hunting and query development 

• Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK and D3FEND frameworks 

• Network security endpoint telemetry and identity-based detection techniques 

Preferred: 

• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent professional experience. 

• Demonstrated success designing scaling and maintaining enterprise SIEM and detection systems. 

• Certifications such as GIAC Certified Detection Analyst (GCDA) GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC) CompTIA CySA ISC2 SSCP Splunk Enterprise Security Certified Admin or Architect or equivalent detection engineering or SIEM certification 

• Analytical and detail-oriented with a focus on precision and reliability 

• Strong communication and collaboration across technical and non-technical stakeholders 

• Adaptable and proactive in a fast-paced global environment 

• Passion for continuous learning innovation and automation in security operations 

• Effective mentor and team contributor 

Shift Timing:  

05:0014:00 PST (18:3003:30 IST) Monday through Friday with emergency on-call duties as needed 

Qualifications :

What Were Looking For: 

• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning embracing challenges and improving themselves.
   

Additional Information :

Dont meet every single requirement At Mattel we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 worlds 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.

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

Visit us at  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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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time