Security Architect - Telecommunications

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Join the team as our next Security Architect Telecommunications

Who we are & why we’re hiring

Twilio powers real-time business communications and data solutions that help companies and developers worldwide build better applications and customer experiences.

Although we're headquartered in San Francisco we have presence throughout South America Europe Asia and Australia. We're on a journey to becoming a global company that actively opposes racism and all forms of oppression and bias. At Twilio we support diversity equity & inclusion wherever we do business.

About the job

This position is needed to ensure that Twilio’s products and infrastructure follow secure-by-design principles. You will partner closely with our platform IT and supernetwork teams to provide leadership and guidance to ensure that new technology solutions meet Twilio’s high security standards.

You will also drive the security of telecommunications systems and protocols across Twilio’s platform. You will be expected to set verify and guide technical security direction across all of Twilio products and services and drive guidance and leadership connection with senior engineering leadership.

Responsibilities

In this role you’ll:

• Design and implement security standards across a broad range of Twilio products and services

• Identify and extend telecom-specific requirements for the Twilio platform

• Design and build scalable architectures to improve data security for telecommunications networks

• Represent security requirements with engineering and senior leadership partners throughout the organization

Qualifications

Not all applicants will have skills that match a job description exactly. Twilio values diverse experiences in other industries and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. If your career is just starting or hasn't followed a traditional path don't let that stop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!

Required:

• 10+ years of experience working in a security-focused role within a technology-related industry including 5+ years in a leadership/managerial position.

• Extensive knowledge of telecom-specific security challenges technologies and standards including protocols such as SS7 Diameter and SIP as well as experience addressing vulnerabilities in 5G IoT and mobile network infrastructures.

• Proven understanding of risk and vulnerability remediation with a strong track record of reducing risks in complex telecommunications environments and successfully collaborating with technical teams.

• Proven proactive communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships across business units particularly with senior leadership teams.

• Strong understanding of telecom network security cloud security application security cryptography and securing high-volume high-reliability distributed systems.

• Demonstrated ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders in high-pressure environments dealing with competing priorities.

• Familiarity with compliance and regulations such as GDPR FCC regulations and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework in addition to broader security compliance frameworks like SOC 2 ISO 27001 HIPAA SOX and HITRUST.

• Proven ability to work in a distributed-systems environment with cloud-native telecom deployment models including NFV and SDN

• Experience designing and implementing secure scalable architectures for telecommunications networks leveraging cutting-edge tools and methodologies to safeguard data and operational integrity

Desired:

• Experience with security risk assessments IT audit and GRC software as well as tools and frameworks specifically suited to telecom environments.

Location

This role will be remote but is not eligible to be hired in San Francisco CA Oakland CA San Jose CA or the surrounding areas.

Travel

We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role approximately <5% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way.

What We Offer

There are many benefits to working at Twilio including in addition to competitive pay things like generous time-off ample parental and wellness leave healthcare a retirement savings program and much more. Offerings vary by location.

Twilio thinks big. Do you?

We like to solve problems take initiative pitch in when needed and are always up for trying new things. That's why we seek out colleagues who embody our values — something we call Twilio Magic . Additionally we empower employees to build positive change in their communities by supporting their volunteering and donation efforts.

So if you're ready to unleash your full potential do your best work and be the best version of yourself apply now!

If this role isn't what you're looking for please consider other open positions .

*Please note this role is open to candidates outside of Colorado California New YorkWashington and Washington D.C. The information below is provided for candidates hired in those locations only.

The estimated pay ranges for this role are as follows:

• Based in Colorado or Washington D.C.: $184000 - $230000

• Based in New York Washington State or California (outside of the San Francisco Bay area): $195000 - $244000

• Based in the San Francisco Bay area California: $217000 - $271000

• This role may be eligible to participate in Twilio’s equity plan and corporate bonus plan. All roles are eligible for the following benefits: health care insurance 401(k) retirement account paid sick time paid personal time off paid parental leave.

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location within the state.

Applications for this role are intended to be accepted until {{02/17/2025}} but may change based on business needs.