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Are you a versatile cybersecurity professional passionate about strengthening security across a global, cloud-native environment that keeps our teammates connected and secure so we can build the best bikes in the world? Do you thrive in fast-paced settings and enjoy collaborating across diverse security domains to shape the future of cybersecurity at Specialized? If you answered “Yes,” we want to talk to you!
How You’ll Make a Difference
- Leverage your deep knowledge of network protocols, software security, threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies to build a secure environment that reduces risk and enables Specialized to achieve its goals.
- Continuously monitor security alerts, refine detection rules, and lead or support incident response efforts.
- Actively hunt for threats across systems, applications, and networks, recommending mitigations and next steps.
- Strengthen cloud security by addressing AI/ML vulnerabilities and partnering with DevOps teams to harden cloud architectures and embed security throughout development and deployment practices.
- Collaborate with Global Technology Operations to ensure secure system administration, endpoint protection, conditional access, and compliance with security standards.
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of security documentation, playbooks, and metrics.
- Stay current with emerging threats, security trends, and best practices in cloud-native and AI-driven environments.
What You Need To Win
- 5+ years of experience in a security engineering role.
- Strong understanding of IT fundamentals across networking, systems, and application layers.
- Familiarity with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, OCI) and their security features.
- Experience working across multiple security domains (e.g., detection, application, infrastructure, compliance).
- Solid grasp of cybersecurity principles, common vulnerabilities, secure network design, and current attack vectors.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non‑technical teams.
Preferred Qualifications / Experience
- Experience with bug bounty programs or vulnerability validation.
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CEH, CISM, GSEC, or OSCP.
- Interest in leveraging AI to automate security tasks and improve threat detection.
Pay
California Base Pay Range: $85,971 – $141,852
Benefits
As a full‑time, regular teammate, you are eligible for the following benefits, beginning the first of the month following your start date.
Benefits Include
- Competitive pay with annual performance‑based reviews for continued growth and recognition
- Comprehensive healthcare plan options, including PPO, EPO, HDHP, and HMO (acupuncture and physical therapy included)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer HSA contributions when enrolled in the High‑Deductible Healthcare Plan (HDHP)
- Dental and Vision plans
- 401(k) Company Matching up to $5,000 annually with immediate 100% vesting and administrative fees paid for by the company
- Annual Profit Sharing: Share in the rewards of our collective success through our profit sharing program, with contributions made directly to 401(k) accounts.
- Company‑paid Life, AD&D, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program that provides access to individualized mental well‑being care
- Generous Vacation, Sick, Paid Holidays, and Volunteer Time Off
- 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for birthing parents and 8 weeks of 100% paid leave for non‑birthing parents, plus a Specialized bike for your new baby
- Up to $9,000 annually in Career Development & Degree Assistance
- Up to $250 annually in Fitness & Wellness Reimbursement
- Industry Pro‑Deal Discounts and Perks
We want to increase representation of all races, genders, and body types in the cycling industry and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all people thrive. We encourage everyone – especially those from marginalized groups – to apply to our job postings and help us earn the position as the rider’s brand of choice. Regardless of your qualifications, if you are ready to make a difference, please apply and let us know how you can make an impact at Specialized!