Principal Security Engineer – Business Information Security Office (BISO)

7000 Target Pkwy N,NCD-0375 Brooklyn Park,MN 55445 · full time · Lead / Staff / Principal

$168,000 – $303,000

Listed on Target’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

Target seeks a Principal Engineer to design and scale security solutions protecting operational technology across its supply chain and stores. This role suits experienced security architects with deep OT expertise who can lead strategic initiatives and mentor teams across a large enterprise.

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What they ask for

Required

Bachelor's degree in information security, computer science, or related field, or equivalent experience
10+ years of engineering experience in information security domains
5+ years of engineering experience in Operational Technology or IoT security
5+ years of engineering experience in network architecture, design, or segmentation
5+ years of experience in technical and strategic planning and leadership
Experience defining security requirements, managing findings, and mitigating risk across multiple business lines and stakeholders

Nice to have

Master's degree in information security, computer science, or related field
Experience designing and scaling secure-by-default solutions
Ability to align business needs with security requirements
Executive-level communication skills
Enterprise-wide security program ownership experience
Experience with on-premises and cloud infrastructure
Experience leveraging AI tools to improve security operations
OT Security standards knowledge such as ISA/IEC 62443 or NIST SP 800-82 Rev 3
Security industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or OSCP