Architect at AKAMAI TECHNOLOGIES INC

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Apr, 26

Salary

261900.0

Posted On

15 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security Architecture, Application Security, Network Security, Cloud Security, Cryptography, Threat Modeling, Hazard Analysis, Compliance Requirements, Security Best Practices, Incident Response, Vulnerability Remediation, Design Reviews, Collaboration, Documentation, Security Technologies, Attack Techniques

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Are you excited to improve the security of systems that power life online for billions of users? Are you a security architect who enjoys working with developers to help organizations stay safe? Join our Information Security Team! Akamai's Information Security team is responsible for safeguarding Akamai, its customers, and the Internet worldwide. We are looking for a Security Architect to join our Product Security team. You will have the opportunity to make the Internet a safer place, powered by the scale of Akamai's platform and influence. Shape Internet Security In this role, you will enhance the security of Akamai's products by working closely with development teams to integrate security into the design and development of Akamai systems. You will collaborate with industry-leading security experts on a global team. This role will have a focus on the security of projects targeted to customers within the United States government (DOD). As an Architect, you will be responsible for: Performing security-focused design reviews of applications, systems, and networks. Partnering with development and infrastructure teams across the organization to assist with remediation of identified issues. Working collaboratively with development teams on secure design and development choices. Providing guidance and answering questions about security practices. Contributing to documentation on security best practices, standards, and requirements. Serving as a subject matter expert during incidents and remediation projects. Identifying the appropriate tools and processes for ensuring that products are meeting security and compliance requirements. Do what you love To be successful in this role you will: Have experience in security architecture in a large, global environment (identifying architectural security weaknesses at the application, OS, and network level) Have experience with US government-related security and compliance requirements, guidelines, and tools, such as FedRAMP, FIPS, NIST, STIG, and others. Be current with the latest security technologies, attack techniques, and vulnerabilities. Know how to remediate common vulnerabilities and be able to propose custom solutions based on application architecture and implementation. Demonstrate breadth of security knowledge across specialties such as cloud security, network security, cryptography, etc. Have experience with threat modeling or hazard-analysis frameworks such as STAMP, STRIDE, etc. Work in a way that works for you FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply. Learn what makes Akamai a great place to work Connect with us on social and see what life at Akamai is like! We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges, together. At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here. Working for you At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life: Your health Your finances Your family Your time at work Your time pursuing other endeavors Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future. About us Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away. Join us Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you! Akamai Technologies is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength that diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status. If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis until the job is filled. Compensation Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $126,100 - $261,900/year; a candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. Compensation for candidates outside the US will vary. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of annual bonus or incentives, equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Akamai provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation (in the form of PTO), sick time, family friendly benefits including parental leave and an employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness; Eligibility requirements apply.

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Responsibilities

As a Security Architect, you will enhance the security of Akamai's products by working closely with development teams. You will perform security-focused design reviews and assist with remediation of identified issues.