Overview
Remote
On Site
USD 166,000.00 - 258,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Scalability
Collaboration
Software Architecture
Regulatory Compliance
Supply Chain Management
Evaluation
Software Security
Design Patterns
Computer Science
Cyber Security
Software Development
Threat Modeling
Vulnerability Management
Security Analysis
Artificial Intelligence
Cloud Computing
Communication
CISSP
OSCP
Value Engineering
Job Details
Job Description
The Senior Security Assessment Engineer will play a critical role in evaluating the security posture of applications developed across all areas of the technology organization, including those sourced from external vendors. This role is designed for a seasoned security professional who can lead comprehensive assessments, identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies. This role requires a forward-thinking approach to security assessments, incorporating AI to improve speed, accuracy, and scalability. The goal is to reduce manual effort and enhance the effectiveness of security evaluations across a diverse application landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
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Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
Nordstrom conducts background checks and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ's for relevant information and guidelines.
2022 Nordstrom, Inc
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
$166,000.00 - $258,000.00 Annual
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: _Overview_17-19.pdf
The Senior Security Assessment Engineer will play a critical role in evaluating the security posture of applications developed across all areas of the technology organization, including those sourced from external vendors. This role is designed for a seasoned security professional who can lead comprehensive assessments, identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies. This role requires a forward-thinking approach to security assessments, incorporating AI to improve speed, accuracy, and scalability. The goal is to reduce manual effort and enhance the effectiveness of security evaluations across a diverse application landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct security assessments of internally developed and third-party applications across the enterprise.
- Collaborate with engineering, product, and vendor teams to understand application architecture and identify potential security risks.
- Develop and maintain standardized assessment frameworks and methodologies tailored to various application types and deployment models.
- Develop AI tools and techniques to automate and streamline security assessments, including compliance and policy enforcement, threat modeling, and supply chain security evaluation.
- Document findings and provide actionable recommendations to improve application security posture.
- Track remediation efforts and validate fixes to ensure risk reduction.
- Contribute to the development of secure design patterns and reusable security components.
- Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and AI-driven security innovations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field or equivalent experience required.
- 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, including hands-on assessment and remediation.
- Strong understanding of secure software development practices, threat modeling, and vulnerability management.
- Experience with security assessment tools and platforms, including AI-enhanced solutions.
- Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, APIs, and modern development frameworks.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams.
- Certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, or CSSLP are a plus.
We've got you covered...
Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
Nordstrom conducts background checks and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ's for relevant information and guidelines.
2022 Nordstrom, Inc
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
$166,000.00 - $258,000.00 Annual
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: _Overview_17-19.pdf
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