At a Glance
WHO WE ARE:
This role leads a cross-functional team of Cyber Data and Secure Code Engineers supporting a global security capability. The director partners with the Cyber Defense Center, Data Protection, Windows Client/Server Platform, Cloud Security and Automation teams, and stakeholders ranging from service desk technicians to architects, developers and legal partners.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on security engineering leader who can guide a diverse team while improving operational stability, efficiency and risk reduction across a large technical environment. This leader brings deep knowledge of network, endpoint and cloud security controls, along with the judgment to balance tactical needs with long-term priorities. They communicate clearly with technical and nontechnical stakeholders, manage sensitive information with sound ethics, and make responsible business decisions. They can translate business trends and security imperatives into practical services, roadmaps and investments. They build and motivate high-performing teams, provide clear direction, review results and adjust plans to achieve outcomes. They are comfortable with change and ambiguity, value progress over perfection, and bring an entrepreneurial, customer-focused mindset to stakeholder relationships.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON:
You will provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for Cyber Data and Secure Code Engineering, maintaining operational stability, improving efficiency and reducing risk. You will align local execution with global security priorities, strengthen security technology management and turn technical and business needs into durable services and solutions.
KEY QUALIFICATION:
• 15+ years of relevant experience preferred, including leadership of security engineering or comparable technical teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, experience or training.
• Expert knowledge data and analytics tools and best practices, endpoint security and cloud security controls, and the ability to identify tactical and strategic solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex issues in nontechnical terms and influence senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute vision, mission, roadmaps and budgets while building and developing high-performing teams.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY:
• Lead, coach and develop Cyber Data and Secure Code Engineers, setting clear goals and reviewing results to keep the team aligned with planned outcomes.
• Partner with global management and cross-functional security, platform, cloud, development and legal stakeholders to deliver coordinated security capabilities.
• Assess and optimize operational tasks, functions and processes, and drive improvements designed to prevent incidents before they occur.
• Develop and execute strategic vision, roadmaps, budgets and maturity plans for security technology management.
• Translate business trends, strategies and information security imperatives into technical services and solutions.
• Guide capabilities and toolsets spanning endpoint protection, secure software development, SAST, DAST, vulnerability scanning, Databricks, network visibility and advanced threat protection.
• Identify, track and experiment with new or potentially disruptive technologies while maintaining alignment with business strategy and direction.
Source: Nike careers · View original posting
Nike, Inc. is a prominent global sportswear and athletic footwear company based in Beaverton, Oregon. Founded in 1964 by Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman, it originally operated as Blue Ribbon Sports before officially becoming Nike, Inc. in 1971. The company started as a distributor for Onitsuka Tiger but soon began designing and manufacturing its own athletic shoes and apparel. Nike offers a diverse range of products, including sports shoes, sportswear, fitness trackers, and sports accessories. Its footwear caters to various sports such as running, basketball, football, tennis, and soccer. The company also provides athletic apparel for men, women, and children, featuring a plus-size line introduced in 2017. Nike owns well-known subsidiaries like Air Jordan and Converse, enhancing its presence in both sports and lifestyle markets. The brand is recognized for its innovative marketing strategies and iconic branding, including the "Swoosh"logo and the slogan "Just Do It."
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Security Philosophy
“Stated AppSec Mission: "You'll be a key member of the SecureCode team within the Application Security Consulting group."– Nike Careers (Job ID R-71212), Job Posting, , Developer Enablement vs. Gatekeeping: "Working closely with Nike Business and Technical teams to produce secure solutions at the speed of business."– Nike Careers (Job ID R-74142), Job Posting, , Risk Philosophy: "The focus areas for this role are Risk Reduction, Information Security by Design."– Nike Careers (Job ID R-74142), Job Posting, , Stated Pain Points or Goals (Verbatim): "Design and implement cybersecurity metrics (KPIs/KRIs) to measure control effectiveness”
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