Mattel
Sr Manager IT, Security Operations
El Segundo, CALIFORNIA, United States · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$61k-$800kDetected 9 days ago
CybersecurityNetwork SecuritySIEMSOARSOC OperationsDetection EngineeringIncident ResponseStakeholder ManagementAuditingSupply ChainLogisticsProcurementHRPerformance ManagementZero TrustLeadershipCommunicationInternal Audit
About the role
- The Senior Manager, Security Operations is responsible for the strategy, governance, and operational oversight of Mattel's global Security Operations program.
- This role provides organizational leadership and strategic direction to ensure the effective detection, investigation, response, and recovery from cybersecurity threats across Mattel's global enterprise.
- The Senior Manager serves as Mattel's Cyber Incident Manager during major cybersecurity incidents, directing enterprise-wide response efforts, executive communications, cross-functional investigations, and coordination with strategic MDR providers.
Responsibilities
- We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play.
- 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.
- Lead Mattel's global Security Operations program, including strategic oversight of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services, cyber incident response, cyber investigations, threat intelligence, detection engineering, and Security Operations governance.
- Lead and develop a high-performing Security Operations organization responsible for strategic planning, governance, cyber incident leadership, engineering, and vendor management.
- Drive continuous improvement of Security Operations maturity through automation, AI, operational metrics, intelligence-led operations, and process optimization.
- Develop and manage Security Operations budgets, resource planning, vendor investments, and strategic initiatives.
- Build organizational capabilities that support Mattel's long-term cybersecurity strategy and evolving operating model.
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, including Security Operations, Incident Response, or Cyber Defense.
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing global cybersecurity operations teams within large, multinational organizations.
- Proven experience leading enterprise Security Operations programs, including Security Operations Centers (SOC), Managed Detection and Response (MDR), and cyber incident response organizations.
- Experience leading complex cyber investigations and coordinating cross-functional response activities.
- Strong knowledge of enterprise Security Operations technologies and practices, including:
- Knowledge of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and NIST SP 800-61 Incident Handling.
Compensation
- $61k-$800k
Company info
- 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 that we own or li
- We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
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