Job Description
Company Description
CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. 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.
Job Description
About the Role
The Security Engineer – Endpoint & Identity Threat Protection (EDR / ITP) is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and optimizing advanced endpoint detection and identity threat protection capabilities across Mattel’s global environment. This mid-level role focuses on enhancing detection accuracy, improving response efficiency, and strengthening the organization’s overall cyber defense posture. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure endpoint and identity protection tools are effectively integrated, monitored, and tuned to safeguard enterprise systems and data from emerging threats.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Deploy, manage, and optimize Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Identity Threat Protection (ITP) platforms across Mattel’s enterprise.
- Develop and fine-tune behavioral analytics, detection logic, and response rules to identify and mitigate malicious activity targeting endpoints and identities.
- Collaborate with Security Operations and Incident Response teams to investigate, contain, and remediate threats in a timely and coordinated manner.
- Integrate EDR and ITP technologies with SIEM, SOAR, and other enterprise systems to enhance threat detection, visibility, and automation.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of endpoint and identity threat protection controls aligned with Mattel’s cybersecurity strategy.
- Partner with IT, Infrastructure, and Security Architecture teams to support endpoint hardening, secure configuration management, and policy enforcement.
- Ensure compliance of endpoint and identity controls with internal security standards and external regulatory requirements.
- Perform ongoing analysis of endpoint telemetry, identity logs, and behavioral data to identify patterns and optimize detection efficacy.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to improve agent performance, health, and interoperability across platforms and systems.
- Maintain and update operational documentation, playbooks, and standard procedures for endpoint and identity threat protection workflows.
- Participate in post-incident reviews to identify root causes, improve detection coverage, and strengthen response processes.
- Evaluate and recommend emerging endpoint and identity protection tools, techniques, and automation strategies to enhance defense capabilities.
Qualifications
Skills and Qualifications
Required:
- 3–5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, focusing on endpoint and identity threat protection solutions.
- Hands-on experience managing enterprise-grade EDR and ITP platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Defender for Endpoint, or similar.
- Proficiency in detection engineering — developing custom detection logic, correlation rules, and behavioral analytics for endpoint and identity-based threats.
- Strong understanding of endpoint operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux) and common adversary tactics including privilege escalation and lateral movement.
- Experience integrating endpoint and identity controls with SIEM, SOAR, and automation workflows to improve operational efficiency.
- Knowledge of identity and access management frameworks such as Azure AD, Okta, SSO, and MFA.
- Experience performing threat analysis using IOC/IOA data, event correlation, and telemetry investigation.
- Proficiency in scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell, or equivalent) for detection tuning, enrichment, or response orchestration.
- Solid understanding of endpoint policy management, application allowlisting, device control, and system hardening best practices.
- Excellent analytical and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Certifications such as ISC2 CC, GIAC GSEC, GCED, GCIA, or CompTIA CySA+.
- Experience with hybrid endpoint environments spanning on-premises, cloud, and virtual infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework for mapping detections and validating coverage.
- Hands-on experience with SOAR or automation frameworks to streamline response processes.
- Experience contributing to detection and response process improvement initiatives in global enterprises.
Shift Timings:
This position operates during 10:00 – 18:00 PST (22:30 – 06:30 IST), Monday through Friday, with emergency on-call duties as required.
Additional Information
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t 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 world’s 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.
Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.
Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.
Mattel 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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