Security Engineer

Plano, TX, United States

As a member of our Yum! Global Technology Risk Management team (GTRM), you will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing guidance, expertise, and support to ensure the effective implementation of security measures and compliance with regulatory and organization security requirements. You will partner with Yum!’s divisions and brands to identify and evaluate cyber risks and support the implementation of established security services. You will have the opportunity to be involved in securing Digital and eCommerce platforms for our Global business and positively engaging interactions with members of the Digital and Technology team and constructively collaborate with other highly regarded security professionals from the Global Technology Risk Management team.

While working in a dynamic, global environment, you will be responsible for researching and tracking of information security technologies and processes. Your primary duties will allow you to use your technical knowledge to help enhance the security posture of our owned Digital and eCommerce platforms. Occasional outside normal business hours and on-call duties may be required.

Salary Range: $112,000 - $120,000 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in establishing pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Responsibilities

Partner with business leaders and stakeholders to understand their strategic objectives, priorities, and security needs.

Aligning with a risk-based approach, work with product teams to evaluate and clearly communicate security risks and remediations to business and technology stakeholders.

Lead and oversee IT systems risk assessments and control validation.

Provide guidance and support on security-related matters, including data protection, access controls, incident response, and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, NIST, PCI-DSS).

Assist in coordinating stakeholders to socialize and drive change regarding IT compliance, IT risk management and data privacy.

Leverage experience to provide security architectural advice and guidance.

Participate in threat modelling to ensure the right security services are implemented against the right risks, and effectively communicate risks to appropriate stakeholders.

Monitor and analyze security metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying trends, issues, and areas for improvement, and recommending remedial actions as needed.

Conduct regular security audits of our digital platforms, applications, and network infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and areas for improvement.

Prepare IT security reports, trackers, and dashboards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred and/or minimum 5 years of working experience in relevant cybersecurity disciplines with multiple teams/projects concurrently.

Maintain at least one internationally recognized cybersecurity certification, to include but not limited to CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Security+ etc.

Able to successfully communicate with technical and non-technical partners.

Experience working in a global team spanning multiple locations preferred.

Technical Qualifications

Knowledge of cloud environment topics including secrets management, infrastructure as code, and serverless technologies

Experience in designing and deploying common enterprise security services and processes, including, but not limited to:

Identity and Access Management, Privileged Access Management, Network and Firewall Security, Endpoint Protection, Certificate and Key Management, Data Protection/Privacy, Website Security, SOC/SEIM, and Vulnerability Management

Knowledge of Web Application Firewalls and HTTP communication

Employment eligibility to work with Yum! in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.

Benefits : Employees (and their eligible family members) may enroll in the following types of insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision, legal, and accidental death, and dismemberment, as well as FSA/HSA (depending on enrolled medical plan). Yum! also provides short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. Employees may enroll in our 401(k) plan. Yum! provides 4 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, and 2 paid days for volunteer time each calendar year. To learn more about working at Yum! -Click here.

At Yum!, one of our core values is to Believe in ALL People. This means seeing the value in everyone and unlocking their full potential to be their best self. YUM! Brands, Inc. (including its subsidiaries Yum Restaurant Services Group, LLC (“YRSG”) and Yum Connect, LLC (“Yum Digital and Technology”)(collectively, “Yum”) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. Yum! is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.

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Yum! Brands, Inc., based in Louisville, Kentucky, and its subsidiaries franchise or operate a system of over 55,000 restaurants in more than 155 countries and territories under the company’s concepts – KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and the Habit Burger Grill. The Company's KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands are global leaders of the chicken, Mexican-style food, and pizza categories, respectively. The Habit Burger Grill is a fast casual restaurant concept specializing in made-to-order chargrilled burgers, sandwiches and more. In 2023, the KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands were ranked in the top five of Entrepreneur’s Top Global Franchises Ranking. In addition, in 2023 Yum! Brands was included on the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index; Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity; and Newsweek’s lists recognizing America’s Most Responsible Companies, America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women. In 2022, the Company was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America.

As the world's largest restaurant company, we have a clear and compelling mission: to build the world's most loved, trusted, and fastest-growing restaurant brands. The key and not-so-secret ingredient in our recipe for growth is our unrivaled culture and talent, which fuels our results. To that end, we're looking for talented, motivated, team-oriented individuals to join us and have the opportunity be your best, have fun, make friends, and make a positive impact.

We are excited about the future growth of our brands. In fact, as a company we are opening an average of 8 restaurants a day worldwide! This growth creates endless opportunities for professional, as well as personal growth. Customer sentiment and love for our brands is the fuel for our excitement! Taco Bell has been named one of the 10 Most Innovative Companies in the World by Fast Company. Pizza Hut delivers more pizzas than any other pizza company in the world, KFC's still uses its 75-year-old finger-lickin' good recipe, including secret herbs and spices to hand-bread its chicken every day, and the Habit Burger Grill is looking to expand its regional footprint across the country.

Check Out Some Of Our Great Benefits (Some available at HQ locations only)

Recognition based culture and unique, fun events year round

401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting

4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays

Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons

Onsite dining center (yes, you can eat KFC, Taco Bell or Pizza hut every day!)

2 paid days off per year to volunteer

Tuition reimbursement, education benefits and scholarship opportunities

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

Company paid life insurance

Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program

Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, concierge

Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions

Discounts for life’s adventures (ex: theme parks, wireless plans, etc.)

Comprehensive medical, vision and dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care

Grow Yourself Week which is devoted to your personal development

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