Nordstrom

Job Description

Nordstrom is seeking a seasoned Senior Principal Engineer with Information Security experience to join our dynamic team. As a top individual contributor within the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) organization, this role demands a strategic visionary with exceptional technical prowess, Secure by Design experience and a proven record of engineering leadership. The successful candidate will have a significant impact on Nordstrom's security posture, ensuring the protection of our customers, employees, and brands through innovation and robust security architecture. 

About the Role 

The Senior Principal Engineer will act as a strategic partner with influence across Nordstrom, leading the design and implementation of security solutions that are informed by industry standard frameworks and practices. Reporting directly to the CISO, this role will be pivotal in driving security decisions, educating the organization and influencing key stakeholders. With a focus on long-term strategic vision, the Senior Principal Engineer will balance immediate security challenges with proactive measures to secure Nordstrom's future. 

Responsibilities 

• Establish security design principles and lead complex designs involving multiple teams and functions. 
• Develop security solutions meeting the business and customer needs beyond the immediate organization. 
• Influence critical business and design decisions within and outside the information security domain. 
• Coordinate major software, network, and system deployments, ensuring communication and minimal downtime. 
• Integrate cross-team requirements into the planning process with a design time horizon of up to 3 years. 
• Create security artifacts to be utilized company-wide to standardize and improve security practices. 
• Act as an industry thought leader, integrating emerging trends and methodologies into Nordstrom's security strategy. 
• Resolve technical escalations and operate as a decision-maker during significant operational incidents. 
• Identify and drive changes to improve engineering and security processes across Nordstrom. 
• Hold teams accountable for high-quality code/system security and documentation standards. 
• Oversee performance, metrics, and event design across the technology organization. 
• Deliver solutions that exemplify robustness, stability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, aligning with Nordstrom's unified approach. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or equivalent experience. 
• At least 15 years of professional experience in information security with a strategic and leadership focus. 
• Industry-recognized certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar. 
• Expertise in security architecture, incident response, and digital forensics. 
• Proficiency in scripting and automation with languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell. 
• Deep understanding of current security technologies, threats, and best practices. 
• Advanced knowledge of network and identity fundamentals, including TCP/IP protocols, SSL/TLS, and authentication protocols. 
• Experience deploying and monitoring security tools in cloud environments. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to various levels of business and technical leadership. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and under tight deadlines in high-pressure situations. 

Desired Qualifications 

• Advanced understanding of cloud security and container forensics. 
• Experience with reverse engineering malware. 
• Digital forensics or Splunk certifications. 

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com. 

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Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

WA - $200,500.00 - $332,000.00 USD Annually (depending on experience)

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_20-21.pdf