This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Our client is seeking an IoT Security Researcher to conduct advanced vulnerability research on embedded systems and connected devices. The role focuses on identifying and analyzing security weaknesses in firmware, device operating systems, and IoT communication protocols. This position is suited for researchers who enjoy low-level analysis, firmware reverse engineering, and vulnerability discovery across embedded platforms. You will work with a team of experienced security researchers performing hands-on analysis of real-world devices, developing proof-of-concept exploits, and advancing internal research capabilities. Responsibilities - Conduct vulnerability research on IoT and embedded systems across multiple platforms and device types. - Perform firmware extraction, unpacking, and reverse engineering. - Analyze device firmware using static and dynamic analysis techniques. - Identify vulnerabilities in device operating systems, network services, and communication protocols. - Develop proof-of-concept exploits to demonstrate impact. - Interact with device hardware using debugging and extraction interfaces such as UART, JTAG, SPI, or SWD. - Analyze IoT network protocols and device communications. - Document research findings and communicate technical discoveries to internal teams. - Develop tools and automation to support ongoing research activities. Qualifications - Experience in vulnerability research or reverse engineering. - Experience analyzing embedded systems, firmware, or IoT devices. - Proficiency with reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro, or Binary Ninja. - Experience with Linux-based embedded environments. - Scripting ability with Python or similar languages. - Understanding of network protocols and embedded device architectures. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Requirements - Experience with hardware debugging or chip-level interfaces. - Familiarity with IoT protocols such as MQTT, BLE, Zigbee, or proprietary device protocols. - Experience with exploit development. - Public vulnerability research, CVEs, or conference presentations. - Participation in CTFs, bug bounty programs, or security research communities.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This role is designed for a hands-on engineer who will lead and support secure, scalable cloud and identity solutions across enterprise platforms. You will work closely with architecture, security, and operations teams to design, deploy, and maintain identity systems, API integrations, and cloud infrastructure. The position emphasizes implementing Zero Trust principles, managing enterprise IdPs, and automating processes to improve efficiency and security. The ideal candidate is experienced in production deployments, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and thrives in a collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous improvement. This role combines strategic planning with practical implementation, providing the opportunity to influence core infrastructure and identity architecture. You will also contribute to governance, monitoring, and performance optimization across cloud and integration systems. - Design, implement, and maintain enterprise identity and access management (IAM) solutions, including SSO, SCIM, RBAC, and authentication protocols (OAuth2, OIDC, SAML). - Build and support REST API integrations and middleware platforms, ensuring secure authentication flows, logging, monitoring, and troubleshooting. - Manage cloud infrastructure in AWS and/or Azure, including IAM roles, secure networking, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation). - Troubleshoot integration, authentication, and cloud infrastructure issues while maintaining clear documentation and environment standards. - Collaborate with architecture and security teams to ensure system reliability, compliance, and scalability. - Contribute to greenfield initiatives, CI/CD pipeline implementations, and enterprise-scale governance frameworks where applicable. Qualifications - 3+ years implementing enterprise IAM or Zero Trust solutions in production environments. - Proven experience in cloud infrastructure deployments and API integrations. - Strong scripting and automation skills to manage systems and integrations. - Hands-on experience with identity providers such as Okta, Entra ID, or Ping. - Familiarity with authentication protocols and standards (OAuth2, OIDC, SAML, JWT). - Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation). - Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills. - Nice to have: experience in event-driven architecture, leading greenfield projects, or implementing enterprise-scale governance frameworks. Benefits - 💻 Flexible Work – Remote or hybrid options available. - 💰 Competitive Compensation – $130,000–$140,000 USD annual range, with performance-based bonuses. - 🏥 Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans, including fully company-paid HDHP options. - 🌴 Paid Time Off – Flexible time off, paid holidays, and parental leave programs. - 📈 Professional Growth – Continuous learning, leadership programs, and development funds. - ⚡ Wellness Support – Mental health resources, wellness stipends, and personalized coaching. - 🤝 Engagement – Team-building events, recognition programs, and volunteer opportunities. Company Description

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Principal Technical Consultant (PTC) Identity Focused Security Architect is a hands-on delivery leader who designs and leads identity solution implementations in client environments. This role is not purely advisory. You will own identity workstreams end to end, driving architecture, implementation planning, execution oversight, and stakeholder alignment, primarily across Microsoft identity (Active Directory and Entra ID), IGA, and modern authentication patterns (SSO, MFA, passwordless). Experience with other IAM platforms (e.g., Okta) is a strong plus, and PAM experience is a plus as well. - Identity architecture and implementation leadership - Lead identity workstreams from discovery and current state analysis through target state architecture, implementation planning, delivery oversight, and closeout. - Design and deliver Microsoft identity solutions with a deep focus on Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID, including hybrid identity patterns where applicable. - Drive the technical approach for modern authentication and federation capabilities, including SSO, MFA, and passwordless. - Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) delivery - Lead and or execute IGA-focused deliverables such as: - Joiner mover-leaver lifecycle processes - Provisioning and deprovisioning patterns - Access request workflows where applicable - Role and policy model improvement to reduce risk and increase operational clarity - Access control model design - Apply and communicate access control methodologies, including RBAC, ABAC, and PBAC, translating business requirements into implementable identity and authorization designs. - Client-facing consulting and execution - Own day-to-day technical leadership with clients: requirements sessions, whiteboarding, design reviews, implementation coordination, and executive-ready communication. - Coordinate delivery across client stakeholders (engineering teams through senior security leaders) to align on priorities, sequencing, and execution plans. - Produce clear, high-quality deliverables (architecture diagrams, implementation plans, runbooks, and decision documentation). Qualifications - Strong Microsoft identity architecture and implementation experience, especially Active Directory and Entra ID. - Hands-on IGA knowledge and delivery experience in real client environments. - Strong understanding of access control methodologies: RBAC, ABAC, PBAC. - Strong authentication expertise: SSO, MFA, passwordless, with design and implementation level understanding. - Demonstrated ability to lead implementation, not just advise: planning, execution oversight, and delivery ownership. - Proven client-facing consulting capability: stakeholder management, clear communication, and whiteboard-ready technical leadership. Requirements - Support implementations or integrations with other IAM platforms (Okta or comparable solutions). - Contribute to or support PAM initiatives (Privileged Access Management), such as privileged access workflows, vaulting patterns, and privileged lifecycle controls, when in scope. Preferred Qualifications - Experience implementing or supporting Okta or similar IAM platforms. - PAM experience (Privileged Access Management). - Scripting or automation exposure (PowerShell, Python) to support identity integrations and operationalization. Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - 401(k) - Paid company holidays - Paid time off - Paid parental and caregiver leave - Plus more! See benefits here for additional details. Compensation $200,000 - $230,000 a year. The compensation range indicated in this posting reflects the On-Target Earnings (“OTE”) for this role, which includes a base salary and any applicable target bonus amount. This OTE range may vary based on the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

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 looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future. The Role The Principal Product Security Architect is a senior technical leadership role responsible for the research, design, prototyping, and operationalization of advanced security solutions delivered through Lumen’s Managed and Professional Security Services portfolio. This role bridges Product Development, R&D, Engineering, and Security Operations, ensuring that security architectures are scalable, automated, operationally viable, and aligned with Lumen Validated Designs (LVD). The architect will drive innovation enabling differentiated, market‑ready cybersecurity offerings that support end‑to‑end lifecycle delivery (Day 0 design, Day 1 implementation, Day 2 SOC operations). Location This is a remote opportunity open to candidates located anywhere in the U.S. The Main Responsibilities - Lead research and development (R&D) of new and emerging security technologies to be brought to market under Lumen Managed and Professional Services. - Define evaluation plans, success criteria, and validation frameworks for assessing security platforms, tools, and integrated solutions. - Architect, design, and lead the development of prototype and proof‑of‑concept solutions, transitioning validated designs into production‑ready offerings. - Partner closely with Security Operations (SOC) and Product Management teams to ensure architectures are operationally sound, automatable, and support 24/7 delivery models. - Collaborate across Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Sales Engineering, Legal and Service Assurance to align technical design with product strategy and customer requirements. - Evaluate, design, and implement security automation and orchestration capabilities for SecOps, including SOAR‑driven workflows and AI‑assisted operations. - Develop and maintain architecture documentation, reference designs, runbooks, and operational guides Additional Responsibilities - Design architectures that explicitly account for multitenant, shared infrastructure, cloud and customer owned environments. - Design solutions that prioritize alert quality, analyst efficiency, and measurable SOC outcomes, including false positive reduction and meantime to respond improvements. - Ensure all architectures include Day 2 operational metrics, instrumentation, and feedback loops. - Deliver technical enablement and training for internal teams, including SOC analysts, engineers, and solution architects. - Engage with third‑party security technology providers across Lumen’s connected ecosystem to architect joint managed solutions. - Support end‑to‑end security solution delivery, from initial architecture through implementation and steady‑state SOC operations (Day 0 / Day 1 / Day 2). - Work with stakeholders to understand interface requirements and operational needs included AI compliance, Security, and Risk Management - Ensure designs are consumable by Public Sector customers, where appropriate, including systems requiring Authority To Operate (ATO) What We Look For in a Candidate - 15+ years of experience in Managed Security Services environments. - 10+ years of hands‑on experience working in or directly supporting a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC). - Deep architecture and implementation experience across cloud‑based and on‑premises security solutions for end customers. - Experience scaling workflow and automation for SecOps - Proven experience delivering end‑to‑end security solutions, from design through operational handoff. - Strong working knowledge of industry security frameworks and compliance standards, including NIST, PCI‑DSS, HIPAA, and similar regulatory models. - Ability to work concurrently across multiple security technologies while rapidly learning and adopting new platforms. - Experience working with Global SOCs environments - Must be US Citizen, Security Clearance preferred. - CISSP required. - Additional equivalent or advanced security/vendor certifications strongly preferred. Technical Expertise Experience across a broad set of security technologies, including but not limited to: - MDR / XDR - Managed SIEM (cloud & on prem) - SOAR and playbooks - Next‑Generation Firewalls (NGFW) - Vulnerability Scanning and Management - CASB - SASE - Quantum‑related security concepts (e.g., QKE) - AI‑driven security analytics and automation - Security of AI (model protection, data integrity, adversarial resilience) - AI for Security (threat detection, response automation, predictive analytics) - Threat intelligence integration and operationalization (internal and thirdparty feeds) - Identity Cenric architectures 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 $152,066 - $202,755 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 WY $159,670 - $212,893 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI $167,273 - $223,031 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA 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:BenefitsBonus Structure Requisition #: 341494 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. 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