Job DescriptionThis position manages a team of AutoZoners in the development, implementation, and support of AutoZone's existing and new software applications and hardware platforms that provide security controls. The IT Security Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing robust security measures, managing a team of security engineers, and ensuring the overall security of systems, networks, and data.
Responsibilities- Manage and lead a team of IT AutoZoners that includes assigning/monitoring work, providing feedback, coaching and development, counseling, and salary administration.
- Manages and tracks the progress of multiple projects. Performs project management and administration that includes work plans, resource planning and control, writing status reports, and preparing annual budgets.
- Communicates status of activities with teams, peers, management, and business partners
Builds relationship with key business partners to identify and resolve business issues
Selects, develops, and motivates assigned staff.
QualificationsAt least ten years security and / or cyber risk management experience in a large enterprise environment, including formal leadership responsibilities.
- People leadership/supervisory skills.
- Problem solving and analytical skills.
- Presentation, facilitation and writing skills.
- Project management - estimating, planning, controlling, and execution.
- Advanced knowledge of one or more of the following functional areas:
Infrastructure Security, e.g. Palo Alto NGFW (hardware, virtual, and cloud-native), Prisma Access, enterprise network segmentation, secure web gateways/proxies, Zero Trust / ZTNA, NAC / 802.1X, Cisco ISE, Google Cloud Platform network and infrastructure security, Cloud Armor, VPC Service Controls, cloud security posture management, enterprise PKI and certificate lifecycle management (Keyfactor), TLS and cryptographic standards, key management, post-quantum cryptography readiness, endpoint security, and security controls for AI-enabled endpoints. - Application Security and Automation, e.g. application security program management, secure SDLC, enterprise CI/CD pipelines, SAST, SCA, DAST, SBOM, penetration testing, code reviews, API security, Akamai WAF/CDN, vulnerability management, software supply chain security, application secrets management (CyberArk Conjur, Google Secret Manager), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), security automation and policy-as-code, cloud-native application security, GKE/container security, and AI/LLM application and agent security.
- Identity and Access Management, e.g. enterprise identity providers (Ping Identity / PingFederate / PingOne / Ping AIC), LDAP, SSO, SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, JWT, MFA, SCIM, identity lifecycle management, Privileged Access Management, Google Cloud Platform IAM, service accounts, Workload Identity Federation, workload/machine identity, and Identity-Aware Proxy (IAP).
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
Preferred: Understanding of, and experience with, scripting or coding languages.
Preferred: Security credentials such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
About UsSince opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.
Benefits at AutoZone AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners' physical, mental and financial well-being.
All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time): - Competitive pay
- Unrivaled company culture
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
- 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
- AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
- Opportunities for career growth
Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners: - Paid time off
- Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
- Tuition reimbursement
Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.
We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.
Online Application: An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.
AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.
