Would you like to work with cutting-edge technology?

Do you enjoy solving large-scale systems problems?

Work with a truly global team!

Security Engineering is a dynamic department within our Infrastructure Security business group that defines, develops, and sells Akamai's Infrastructure Security products. Our team works with groups across Akamai as well as many external customers/partners. Our division consists of business development, engineering, product management and support personnel.

Become a subject matter expert

You will directly influence and shape Akamai's Security platform capabilities and project directions. This is an opportunity to join a team that has the spirit of a start-up, with corporate organization stability.

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.

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• Owning underlying infrastructure and telemetry applications for Infrastructure Security, ensuring scalability, reliability, and efficiency
• Scaling, maintaining, and enhancing core infrastructure security solutions by developing and optimizing backend systems
• Growing and maintaining our On-Prem Kubernetes platform to ensure fault tolerance, scalability, and efficient resource use
• Mentoring and leading junior engineers by conducting technical workshops and fostering a culture of continuous improvement/collaboration

Required Qualifications

• Have 5+ years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree in computer science or its equivalent
• Be proficient in Python or Golang for backend development, with an emphasis on scalability, reliability, and performance
• Have hands-on experience with Kubernetes, specifically in managing and growing on-prem deployments to support fault tolerance, scalability, and efficient resource use
• Have experience with databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, or ClickHouse for managing and optimizing data storage /retrieval
• Possess an understanding of networking principles
• Demonstrate experience with Layer 2-4 networking, contributing to effective routing, load balancing, and DDoS mitigation solutions

Preferred Qualifications

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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.

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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.

Compensation

Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary for this position ranges from $106,600 - $221,400/year; a candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and location. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of an 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 focusing on mental and financial wellness; Eligibility requirements apply.

About AppOmni

AppOmni, a leader in SaaS Security, helps customers achieve secure productivity with their applications. Security teams and owners can quickly detect and mitigate threats using unmatched depth of protection, continuous monitoring, and comprehensive visibility. Trusted by over 25% of the Fortune 100, AppOmni specializes in securing diverse SaaS environments.

About The Role

We are seeking a talented and motivated Lead Threat Detection Engineer to join our team and play a key role in advancing our detection capabilities through integrated threat research and intelligence-driven insights. This role offers significant growth potential and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our threat detection strategies. You will collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Field teams to design, optimize, and deploy detection solutions tailored to evolving threat landscapes.

• Conduct in-depth threat research to enhance detection capabilities by identifying and adapting to emerging threat vectors.
• Develop, refine, and deploy detection rules and use cases, integrating intelligence-driven insights to maximize detection efficacy.
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Field teams to ensure detection strategies align with customer needs and product objectives.
• Work with cross-functional teams to support threat hunting initiatives focused on adversary behaviors, Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
• Design and integrate new tools, automation, and processes to improve detection and investigation capabilities.
• Support the onboarding of new SaaS service threat models, developing detection strategies to address new and emerging threats.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in security engineering or threat detection, with a strong track record of impactful contributions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with Product, Engineering, Field, and other cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with SaaS-specific threat models and cloud-native security practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex threat data into actionable detection strategies.
• Experience developing and refining detection rules, use cases, and integrating intelligence into detection and response activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding teams in security best practices and detection strategies.
• Expertise in developing and implementing automation solutions to enhance threat detection and incident response workflows.
• Experience in containerized environments, cloud-native security solutions, and modern deployment practices (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Prior experience leading cross-team detection enhancements and integrating various security tools.
• Strong technical acumen in rule creation, threat hunting, and optimization of security platforms, tailored to emerging threats.

Culture

Our flexible, remote-first team is collaborative and supportive as we move quickly to research and develop new ideas, deliver new features to our customers, and iterate on ideas and innovations. We accomplish this by focusing on our five core values: Trust, Transparency, Quality, Customer Focus, and Delivery. Our team is determined to make a difference to positively impact our way of life by securing the technology that is changing the world.

AppOmni is proud to be Certified by Great Place to Work®, as we seek to build a culture where all employees feel appreciated and supported, especially with clear and honest leadership, employee recognition, and an environment that fosters innovation and collaboration.

We believe diversity fuels innovation and drives growth by bringing a wealth of different perspectives and skills. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to reach their full potential. Join us in building a workplace where we can all thrive.

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Compensation & Benefits

AppOmni is committed to supporting our employees’ financial, professional and personal well-being. To do this, we take a holistic view of compensation, one that values not just the immediate financial package, but also long-term growth of both our employees and our company. We're committed to pay equity and transparency and encourage all candidates to discuss their salary expectations with us early in the application process.

Our total rewards package includes the following:

• Base Salary: The annual base salary compensation range in the U.S. for this role is: $161,826 - $218,942. Final offer amounts are determined by factors such as the final candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience, as well as business considerations and peer compensation.
• Stock Options: Our vision is to not just grow as a company but to grow together. By offering stock options, we are inviting you to be an integral part of our journey forward.
• Benefits: The many benefits of employment with AppOmni include working remotely, new hire home office / computer equipment stipend, generous paid time off, paid company holidays, paid floating holidays, paid parental leave, paid sick time and paid family leave for applicable states, health insurance - medical, dental, and vision with HSA option, LifeWorks Member Assistance Plan, company-provided life insurance, AD&D, STD/LTD and additional supplemental life insurance options, 401(k) and Roth retirement saving accounts, and a monthly wellness benefit reimbursement. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan details.

The application window is anticipated to close by December 31, 2024.

AppOmni is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. AppOmni is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at employeesuccess@appomni.com.

Who we are:

BigID is an innovative tech startup that focuses on solutions for data security, compliance, privacy, and AI data management. We're leading the market in all things data: helping our customers reduce risk, drive business innovation, achieve compliance, build customer trust, make better decisions, and get more value from their data. We are building a global team passionate about innovation and next-gen technology. BigID has been recognized for:Â

• BigID Named Hot Company in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at the 2024 Global InfoSec Awards
• Citizens JMP Cyber 66 List of Hottest Privately Held Cybersecurity Companies
• CRN 100 list named BIgID as one of the 20 Coolest Identity Access Management And Data Protection Companies Of 2024 (2 years running)
• DUNS 100 Best Tech Companies to Work For in 2024
• Top 3 Big Data and AI Vendors to Watch' in the 2023 BigDATAwire Readers and Editors Choice Awards
• 2024 Inc. 5000 list for the 4th consecutive year!
• Shortlisted for the 2024 AI Awards in the category of Best Use of AI in Cybersecurity

At BigID, our team is the foundation of our success. Join a people-centric culture that is fast-paced and rewarding: you’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry who value innovation, diversity, integrity, and collaboration.

Who we seek:

The RVP Sales, West will be a key member of the Leadership Sales Team, reporting directly to the SVP, Sales North America. This role will be responsible for driving the execution of all sales initiatives and will ensure the short and long-term revenue of West Regional Sales.

• Lead, inspire, and drive a team of 5-10 senior enterprise direct sales executives to meet and exceed assigned revenue targetsÂ
• Set strategic direction of the team, including setting quotas, assigning account coverage, and sales forecasting
• Proactively build regional sales projects including systems and process reinforcement in Salesforce, lead generation, and implementation of new tools and processes
• Forecasting and performance management of the team to Area Vice President, East
• Conduct weekly reporting with the sales team on meetings delivery and revenue performance
• Partner with key members of the management team for predictable achievement of overall sales metrics

Required Qualifications:

• You will have minimum 10 years of first line sales management experience selling enterprise software large enterprises
• B2B Enterprise Cyber Security / SaaS scaling experience selling data securityÂ
• Excellent business strategy instincts; able to perform in a challenging, changing environment
• Must demonstrate excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Must be results oriented, have high integrity and a desire to be part of a world-class, rapidly expanding technology company
• Outstanding sales and leadership skills
• Strong track record of recruiting, developing and retaining a high performing enterprise sales organization
• Proven track record of successfully closing six and seven figure software licensing deals with partners, prospects and customers in the defined territory
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:

• Success in agile, high-growth, start-up environments strongly preferred

Our Values:

Care, Do, Try & Shine.

• Care - We care about our customers and each other
• Do - We do what it takes to make a positive impact
• Try - We try our best and we don’t give up
• Shine - We shine and make it our mission to always stand out

The annual base salary range is $175,000 – $200,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies. Salary is just one component of our Compensation Philosophy. Variable/Bonus Compensation & Equity Incentives align with individual and company performance.

BigBenefits: Â

💻 Work from home with a global remote-first community

🌍 Global Culture Corner

🏝️ Flexible PTO and Quarterly Volunteer Days

💸Â Equity Participation

🏥 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision options available to you

🐶 Additional insurance benefits like pet insurance and legal assistanceÂ

📚 Learning & Development OpportunitiesÂ

💰 Fidelity Employer Sponsored 401KÂ

📣 Robust DEI Program with several vibrant ERG communities

🥄 Paid Parental Leave

BigDiversity: We’re committed to creating a culture of inclusion, diversity, and equality – across race, gender, sexuality, disability, and neurodiversity – where innovation and growth thrive, every voice is heard, and everybody belongs. Learn more about us here.

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