Job descriptionLocation: Ottawa or Plano, TX Office Hybrid 3-day requirement This posting is for an existing vacancy.
As a
Security Technical Expert , you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals in
either our Ottawa or Plano, TX office , helping ensure the highest standards of security across our products and services. We believe in fostering an environment where your expertise will thrive and your contributions will have a direct impact on the security and success of our solutions.
Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled
Product Cyber Security Analyst
to join our security team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the security of our products and services, working directly with product development teams (both hardware and software). You will play a critical part in assessing security risks, recommending security measures, and providing support to both internal teams and customers.
Additionally, you will monitor and report on security incidents, vulnerabilities, and compliance issues, ensuring that Ribbon’s security posture remains strong and up to date.
Key Responsibilities Provide Security Support
Offer technical guidance on security best practices, standards, and policies to product development teams (H/W & S/W).
Act as a security consultant to resolve complex issues.
Risk Assessment & Vulnerability Management
Collaborate with product teams to perform technical risk assessments.
Identify and help remediate security vulnerabilities.
Ensure Compliance with Security Posture
Review and approve security plans for each product release.
Conduct threat modeling to identify and mitigate potential threats.
Perform security audits and review security artifacts (e.g., scans, defects, penetration test reports).
Assist with security testing efforts and serve as a security consultant to testing teams.
Customer Engagements
Support customer‑facing teams with RFPs, audits, security questionnaires, contract renewals, and analysis of customer‑reported security findings.
Provide expert assistance during customer security reviews and deep‑dive assessments.
Ongoing Security Research
Stay current on security trends, emerging threats, and technologies to continuously enhance security practices across the organization.
Risk & Solution Recommendations
Identify potential security risks in new and existing products and services.
Propose actionable and scalable security solutions.
Qualifications & Skills Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
Experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in security‑related roles such as security analyst, security engineer, or security consultant.
Security Knowledge
Strong understanding of security frameworks, standards, and best practices (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, OWASP).
In‑depth knowledge of:
PKI / X.509
Identity Management
Centralized authentication (RADIUS, LDAP, TACACS+, SAML, OAuth, OpenID)
Experience with Linux and OS hardening.
Familiarity with virtualized and cloud‑based architectures, including:
VNF / CNF
DevOps / DevSecOps
Public cloud environments
Security Testing & Threat Modeling
Experience with penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and risk analysis.
Knowledge of threat modeling methodologies such as STRIDE, OCTAVE, PASTA, VAST, and Attack Trees.
Communication & Collaboration
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to explain complex security concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with global cross‑functional teams.
Certifications (Preferred)
CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, or similar security certifications.
The anticipated base pay range for this full‑time position in all geographic locations is $108,000.00 - $135,000.00 annually. Actual compensation within the range will be determined based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to the candidate’s experience, skills and education. The compensation package also includes eligibility for an incentive plan and comprehensive benefits, subject to applicable requirements.
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