Sr Lead IT Systems Security Engineer

Davita Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 129,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in managed services seeks a Senior Lead IT Systems Security Engineer. The successful candidate will oversee security architectures, lead a security team, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Experience in security engineering, risk management, and incident response is crucial for this role. This remote position allows the candidate to thrive while controlling enterprise-level security measures effectively.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• 8+ years security engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of Unix-based operating systems.
• Experience with database technologies (MySQL/MariaDB, MSSQL).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security architectures for IT systems.
• Lead incident response efforts and manage security incidents.
• Create and enforce security policies and procedures.

Skills

Security Architecture

Incident Response

Risk Assessment

Security Monitoring

Team Leadership

Java

Python

Unix/Linux

Education

Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

Job 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 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 Senior Lead IT Systems Security Engineer is a critical role within our organization, responsible for overseeing and enhancing the security of our IT systems. This position requires a highly skilled and experienced professional who can design, implement, and manage comprehensive security solutions to protect our infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of security principles, technologies, and best practices, and will be able to lead a team of security engineers to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our systems.

Location

This is a Work From Home position available from any US-based location. You must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident/Green Card for consideration.

The Main Responsibilities

Security Architecture and Design: Develop and implement robust security architectures for IT systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices. This includes designing security solutions for cloud environments, virtualization platforms, and on-premises infrastructure.
Incident Response and Management: Lead incident response efforts for security incidents, including investigation, containment, remediation, and reporting. Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures to ensure timely and effective handling of security events.
Security Policy Development: Create and enforce security policies and procedures to protect the organization's IT assets. Ensure that security policies are up-to-date and aligned with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Risk Assessment and Management: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential security threats. Develop and implement risk management strategies to protect the organization's IT systems from vulnerabilities and attacks.
Security Monitoring and Analysis: Design and maintain security monitoring systems to detect and respond to anomalies and potential threats. Utilize advanced data analytics techniques to analyze security threats and develop data-driven security strategies.
Team Leadership and Development: Lead and mentor a team of security engineers, providing guidance and support to ensure the team's success. Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the security team.
Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with other departments, including IT, compliance, and business units, to ensure that security measures are integrated into all aspects of the organization's operations. Communicate security risks and strategies to senior management and other stakeholders.
Security Technology Management: Oversee the deployment and management of security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, and endpoint protection solutions. Ensure that security technologies are properly configured and maintained to provide maximum protection.

What We Look For in a Candidate

- 8+ years security engineering experience in managed services or Internet settings.Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science or comparable field, or comparable experience.
- Strong knowledge of Unix-based operating systems (Linux, Solaris). Experience with virtualization technologies (VMWare, Red Hat OpenStack).
- Expert knowledge and troubleshooting of IP networking and protocols. Experience with Ipv6.
- Programming/scripting abilities in Perl, Unix/Linux shell, PHP, Python, Java or similar programming languages.
- Extensive knowledge of web application security, browser security models, and application security vulnerabilities such as OWASP Top Ten.
- Mastery of security principles including confidentiality and integrity of data, authentication and authorization, and cryptographic protocols.
- Deep understanding of network attacks, DDoS, malware, phishing, email security, encryption, authentication, log and forensic analysis, IP and device reputation, and security policies.
- Hands-on expertise operating managed security technologies: Firewalls (Cisco ASA, Check Point), IPS (Cisco), File Integrity Monitoring (Tripwire, Trend Micro Deep Security), SIEM, Web Application Firewalls (Imperva), Next-Generation Firewalls (Palo Alto Networks, Cisco FTD), security management tools.
- Understanding of REST API design concepts and standards.
- Experience with database technologies (MySQL/MariaDB, MSSQL, Postgres, NoSQL).
- Experience in creating tools to automate recurring tasks.
- Experience with log collection and analysis tools (Graylog, Splunk) .
- Ability to review logs and other forensic data from a security standpoint and identify anomalies.
- Experience with regulatory compliance audits, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery efforts, etc.

Desired and Special Skills:

- Strong knowledge and development experience in Java, JavaScript, Perl, PHP and Python.
- Mobile application security expertise.

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 $129,639 - $172,852 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 $136,121 - $181,494 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI $142,603 - $190,137 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.

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Requisition #: 338370

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.

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Application Deadline
06/10/2025