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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Security Engineer - **Company:** Michaels Stores, Inc. - **Location:** Irving, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, DevOps, Web Development, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Protocols, OAuth, Open Web Application Security, Systems Development Life Cycle, Openid Connect, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Secure Coding, Single Sign-On, Software Engineering, DevOps Tools - Open-source, Software Security, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Malware Detection, Serverless Computing, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response, Service Stack - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://michaels.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Irving-Irving-Corporate-Office-3939-West-John-Carpenter-Freeway/Sr-Security-Engineer_R00324957 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or STEM related field of study Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires * 5+ years of experience in security engineering * Experience multiple security component (e.g. firewall and IPS) Competency with complete security stack with in discipline (elgl network security) * Good knowledge of incorporating secure coding into application development and DevOps practices * Prior experience with managing application security training programs * Experience with operations and security with GCP or AWS, Containers, and Serverless technologies * Established experience with Agile (including Scrum and Kanban) and software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices. * Experience with web development languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.) * Ability to navigate a rapidly changing landscape, while handling multiple responsibilities * Curious about new technology and always looking to acquire new knowledge * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Be an action-oriented, independent, self-starter comfortable working in an unstructured, fast-paced environment Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills * CISSP, CISM, CCNP, OSCP, GIAC, etc. * Cloud Solution Architects Certification preferred Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires * Experience with Windows and *nix operating systems, endpoint applications, networking protocols and devices. * Experience single sign-on (SSO), OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect and SAML. * Ability to effectively communicate business risk from cybersecurity topics. * Active involvement with practices emerging from OWASP, NIST and SANS, among others. ## Description As a Sr Security Engineer, you will work on complex technical security solutions across multiple technology stacks. You work closely with development, DevOps, and infrastructure team members to build best in class security practices. 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