Senior Manager Information Security
Do you thrive in high-stakes environments and lead with calm precision? Do you excel in addressing emerging threats, developing skilled cyber defence teams, and advancing incident response strategies? Join our Infosec Security Incident Response Leadership Team Come join the Akamai Security Intelligence Response Team (SIRT)! Where you will lead a team of security researchers and intelligence analysts while serving as a strategic authority on cyber threat intelligence, adversary tradecraft, and emerging global threats. Partner with the best The Senior Manager, Threat Intelligence & Research is responsible for leading high-impact threat intelligence initiatives, advanced investigations, and strategic incident response efforts across Akamai's global security platform. You will operate at the intersection of real-world adversary activity, global Internet telemetry, and critical customer incidents, providing strategic insight that informs product development, security operations, and Akamai's role as a trusted authority in cybersecurity. As a Manager Senior Information Security, you will be responsible for: Leading and mentoring a team of threat intelligence analysts and security researchers Defining research priorities and intelligence strategy aligned with Akamai's security mission Driving cross-functional collaboration across security operations, product engineering, and executive leadership Translating complex threat intelligence into actionable insights for customers, product teams, and leadership Do what you love To be successful in this role you will: Have Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field. Have 5-7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with experience focused on threat research and in a leadership role Have a deep understanding of Cyber Threat Intelligence including threat actor analysis, OSINT collection and analysis, Intelligence lifecycle management etc Have technical background in network protocols and internet-scale architectures, web applications & API security, DDOS mitigation, bot management and access control, About us 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. 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. 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. Learn what makes Akamai a great place to work Connect with us on social and see what life at Akamai is like!
Compensation
Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $139,300 - $250,700/year; a candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. Compensation for candidates outside the US will vary. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of 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 including a focus on mental and financial wellness; Eligibility requirements apply.