The Principal Security Engineer sets the technical strategy for the overall architecture, roadmap, and framework used in the security solutions to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Patterson's information assets and systems. This role represents the highest level of expertise across multiple domains of information security architecture serving as a strategic security consultant for both internal and external systems.

Essential Functions

Champion the design, development, and establishment of information security architecture standards for security solutions while ensuring thorough documentation; communicate complex security architectural concepts and principals to technical and non-technical audiencesCreate and set strategic security technology direction and influence enterprise-wide planning; identify security best practice methods and emerging technologies to assess potential value to the organizationMaintain expertise across multiple domains to create effective security standards, processes, and procedures to solve problems of unusual complexity requiring high degree of innovationDrive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance, cost-effectiveness, and operational efficiency of our cloud environments and security technology portfolioBuild collaborative relationships and partnerships by providing specialized expertise on complex security technology issues and influences stakeholders across several areas to reach the best possible solutionComply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assignedLead a comprehensive Microsoft E5 Security and Compliance roadmap aligning it with current goals and objectives while integrating the existing IT Infrastructure and Security roadmapAdvise key stakeholders and drive the translation of complex business requirements into robust, security-first designs for Azure and multiple-cloud solutions; ensure alignment with a well-architected framework while balancing security, performance, and business objectivesDesign and document detailed Azure security architectures utilizing services like compute, storage, networking, databases, and application servicesProvide escalated support for Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Azure issues serving as a liaison for problem management between the functional team and Microsoft for security related issues

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis in security, technology, or engineering or equivalent education and/or experience7 years work experience in information technology, cyber security, or information security andAzure: experience in Cloud engineering or related roles

Preferred Requirements

Master's Degree with an emphasis in security, technology, or engineering or equivalent education and/or experience

Skills and Abilities

Deep understanding of Azure cloud architecture principles, networking concepts, Data Platforms, MS Fabric and security best practices, as well as IT infrastructure managementProven experience in the deployment and implementation for the Microsoft E5 advance security and compliance suite such as Purview and the Microsoft Defender solutionsProficiency in automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Azure CLI)Ability to effectively communicate complex security architectural concepts and principles to both technical and non-technical audiencesAbility to leverage deep business acumen to create solutions that not only mitigate risks but also enable strategic growth and innovation

Required Licenses and Certifications

Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) - (ISC)² Upon Hire Preferred orMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert - Microsoft Upon Hire Preferred

Physical and Cognitive Demands

Communicate/Hearing FrequentlyCommunicate/Talking FrequentlyMake Timely Decisions in the Context of a Workflow FrequentlyComplete Tasks Independently ConstantlyLearn New Tasks or Concepts ConstantlyMaintain Focus ConstantlyRemember Processes & Procedures ConstantlyStationary Position (Seated) ConstantlyVision Constantly

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount would be based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills. $120,200.00 - $150,300.00