Senior Information Security Engineer (Infrastructure Tools) at Lumen

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

121688.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Information Security, Infrastructure Solutions, Cyber Threats, Incident Response, Linux Administration, Windows Administration, Network Design, Troubleshooting, Scripting, Automation, Security Systems, Performance Metrics, Cloud Environments, EDR, NDR, SIEM

Industry

Satellite Telecommunications

Description

About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. We’re invested in providing the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Apply now to continue digitally connecting the world and shaping the future. The Role Lumen Technologies is seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer who can help design, engineer, build, deploy, and support infrastructure solutions that expand visibility for searching out and identifying cyber threats both on-premises and in cloud environments. Location This is a remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the U.S. The Main Responsibilities Design, deploy, troubleshoot, and support technologies that monitor network and host systems—both on-premises and in cloud environments—for cyber threats and incident response alerts. Collaborate across Lumen teams to support initiatives such as system deployments and infrastructure enhancements. Administer security systems and applications to ensure high availability, performance, and stability for incident response operations. Tune systems and applications to optimize performance and reduce false positives. Automate routine tasks and enhance operational capabilities through scripting and tooling. Coordinate with vendors to align solutions with Lumen’s security needs and drive capability improvements. Develop and maintain performance metrics to demonstrate value and track improvements in technologies and processes. Analyze system utilization statistics to identify performance bottlenecks and recommend enhancements for budget planning and approval. Perform upgrades, patching, hardening, access control, and routine maintenance of Linux and Windows-based security infrastructure. Build and maintain tools and programs that support other security teams. Create, update, and adhere to corporate and team-level processes, including change and outage management protocols. What We Look For in a Candidate Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent professional experience. At least 2 years of hands-on experience deploying, configuring, and supporting security controls such as Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Network Detection and Response (NDR). Minimum 2 years of experience in Linux system administration, virtualization, configuration, and support within a security context. Strong background in network design, support, and troubleshooting (e.g., routers, firewalls, switches, TAPs). Solid understanding of major computing platforms including Windows, Linux, and vendor-specific appliances. Proven ability to analyze system throughput, utilization, and capacity to inform infrastructure decisions. Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skill Desirable Qualifications: Security Information Event Manager (SIEM) experience. Application and/or scripting development experience. Experience securing cloud environments. Experience with large enterprise data centers and/or networks. Compensation This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges: $82,969 - $110,625 in these states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, and WY. $87,117 - $116,156 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI. $91,266 - $121,688 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA #GSS #LI-MG1 Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process Learn more about Lumen's: Benefits Bonus Structure #LI-Remote Requisition #: 339565 Background Screening If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Equal Employment Opportunities We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. Disclaimer The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name. Application Deadline 11/22/2025

Responsibilities

The Senior Information Security Engineer will design, deploy, troubleshoot, and support technologies that monitor for cyber threats in both on-premises and cloud environments. The role involves collaborating with teams to enhance infrastructure and automate operational capabilities.