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Job Function: Technology Enterprise Strategy & Security
Job Sub Function: Security & Controls
Job Category:Scientific/Technology
All Job Posting Locations:São Paulo, Brazil
Job Description:We are searching for the best talent for Principal Engineer, Operational Technology Cybersecurity Engineering.Johnson & Johnson is currently recruiting for a Principal Engineer Operational Technology Cybersecurity within the Information Security and Risk Management (ISRM) organization.
This position is based out
Sao Paulo, Brazil.
As a member of the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Engineering team, you will lead the engineering, deployment, and optimization of Tanium platforms across our global enterprise environment. This role ensures platform scalability, compliance, and integration with organizational security strategies.
This position will also partner with internal ISRM teams such as the Supply Chain security, Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC), and other groups under the J&J Technology umbrella, including but not limited to End User, Server, and Network support.
Key Responsibilities:- Oversee the design and lifecycle management of Tanium SaaS and related services.
- Define and implement strategies for platform performance, security hardening, and automation.
- Validate data flows and integration points to maintain accuracy and compliance.
- Act as the technical authority for Tanium capabilities and provide guidance on best practices.
- Collaborate with security and infrastructure teams to align Tanium operations with enterprise objectives.
- Maintain documentation and ensure adherence to regulatory and change management processes. Drive integrations and automation between different IT/OT technologies.
- Support Cybersecurity workflows, to assess risk, increase visibility and reduce impact of vulnerabilities across the IT/OT environments.
- Test and validate security controls throughout the different phases of the Cyber Kill Chain, and the MITRE ATT&CK framework to prevent, detect, and respond.
- Generate innovative threat behavior analytics for discovering historical and emerging threats to networks and systems.
- Implement detection strategies based on internal and external intelligence reporting and vulnerability research.
- Perform administrative tasks associated with tuning, alerts, correlation rules, signatures, device configurations, patching, and upgrades.
- Establish and maintain relationships with the suppliers, vendors, and partners.
- Assists with security events/incidents, coordinating activities with the CSOC and others - as needed.
QualificationsEducation:- A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the information security or information technology sector
Experience and SkillsRequired:- Tanium Certified Administrator with extensive experience managing large-scale deployments. Strong understanding of Tanium SaaS architecture and operational workflows.
- Hands-on scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) for building integrations, automating workflows, and extending platform functionality.
- Strong foundation in information security principles, with proven ability in debugging and root cause analysis in mixed IT/OT environments.
- Experience engineering, installing, configuring, and operating security solutions and appliances across large-scale, hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, on-prem).
- Ability to engineer, customize, and extend endpoint management and visibility platforms, including developing integrations, automation, and product-level enhancements.
- Familiarity with agile frameworks and DevSecOps practices, with the ability to deliver iteratively while maintaining reliability in high-risk environments.
- Proven track record leading complex implementations, demonstrating risk-aware problem solving and balancing security with operational continuity.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal), able to translate technical details into clear guidance for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Knowledge of security frameworks and standards (NIST CSF, CIS Controls, OWASP, SANS) and ability to apply them pragmatically.
- Working knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework, including TTPs, and ability to map telemetry to adversary behaviors.
- Experience collaborating with distributed, global teams, working effectively across diverse cultural and technical backgrounds.
Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Required Skills: Preferred Skills:Business Process Design, Crisis Management, Critical Thinking, Information Security Auditing, Information Security Management System (ISMS), Information Technology (IT) Security Assessments, Information Technology Strategies, Mentorship, Organizing, Presentation Design, Process Optimization, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Security Architecture Design, Security Policies, Technical Credibility, Vulnerability Management
