What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Information Security Architect position at Lumen Inc?
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 Information Security Architect provides subject matter expertise for multiple, complex security systems, including developing security architectures and roadmaps, and evaluating, planning and designing security solutions. Additionally, the Principal Architect provides subject matter expertise to Product, IT, Network, and Security teams in the implementation of recommended solutions for identified technical security issues; ensures the implementation of security solutions utilizing advanced technical expertise; serves as architecture lead on major projects with the ability and expertise to develop overall architectural direction; initiates and executes advanced research and development activities of significance to future business security strategies.
The Main Responsibilities
Drives beneficial security change into the business through the development or review of architectures to ensure that they fit business requirements for security, mitigate risks, conform to the relevant security standards, and balance information risk against the cost of appropriate countermeasures.
Develops and designs new security solutions to reduce risk and align business requirements with security standards.
Supports development of business case and approval process.
Delivers guidelines, best practices, and direction on security standards / policies and roadmaps. Provides subject matter expertise, consultation, and escalation support.
Provides support to Security Review process by assisting with complex questions and projects. Work with business units and partners as needed.
Acts as liaison between the business and technology from a security perspective, maintains an overview of the environment as a whole and its security aspects, understands business strategy and how it relates to security strategy, acts as a liaison between appropriate regulatory bodies, IT auditors, and business stakeholders, educates IT and enterprise roles on the need for (and consequences of) reducing information-related risk, and ultimately drives organizational change at all levels of the business.
What We Look For in a Candidate
Required :
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field with 15 years of relevant experience or
Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field with 12 years of relevant experience.
Applicable professional / technical certifications must be in place, such as CISSP, GPEN, GWAPT, GISEC, CISM or CISA.
Knowledge of information security industry and regulatory obligations (ISO 27001 / 27002, NIST Framework, FISMA, FedRAMP, and GDPR).
Software development experience.
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 :
149,084 - $198,779 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.
156,539 - $208,718 in these states : CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.
163,993 - $218,657 in these states : AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.
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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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What to Expect Next
Requisition # : 337297
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
03 / 14 / 2025
Salary : $149,084 - $198,779
