Are you passionate about strengthening the security of systems that support billions of users worldwide? Do you enjoy partnering with developers to design secure, resilient platforms? If so, Akamai’s Information Security team invites you to be part of a mission that protects the Internet at global scale. 

Akamai’s Information Security organization is dedicated to safeguarding Akamai, its customers, and the broader online ecosystem. We are seeking a Security Architect to join our Product Security team, where you’ll help design and embed security into Akamai’s products and services. Your work will contribute directly to making the Internet a safer place, leveraging the reach and influence of Akamai’s global platform.  

In this role, you will work closely with engineering teams to integrate security into the design and development lifecycle of Akamai’s systems. You’ll collaborate with world-class security professionals across a global organization and contribute to projects serving customers within the United States government, including the Department of Defense (DoD).  

Key Responsibilities 

• Conduct security-focused architecture and design reviews for applications, systems, and networks
  
  
• Partner with development and infrastructure teams to remediate identified security issues
  
  
• Collaborate with engineers to promote secure design and development practices
  
  
• Provide expert guidance and answer security-related questions across teams
  
  
• Contribute to documentation covering security standards, best practices, and compliance requirements
  
  
• Act as a subject-matter expert during security incidents and remediation efforts
  
  
• Recommend and implement appropriate tools and processes to ensure products meet security and compliance standards
  
  

What You’ll Bring
 
To succeed in this role, you will have:
 

• Experience in security architecture within large, global organizations, including identifying security weaknesses at the application, operating system, and network levels
  
  
• Familiarity with U.S. government security and compliance frameworks and standards such as FedRAMP, FIPS, NIST, STIG, and related guidelines
  
  
• Up-to-date knowledge of modern security technologies, threat vectors, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques
  
  
• Strong expertise in mitigating common vulnerabilities and designing custom security solutions aligned with application architecture
  
  
• Broad security knowledge across multiple domains, including cloud security, network security, cryptography, and identity management
  
  
• Experience with threat modeling or risk analysis frameworks such as STRIDE, STAMP, or similar methodologies
  
  

Flexible Work, Designed for You
 
Akamai’s FlexBase program offers permanent flexibility in how and where you work. The majority of employees can choose to work from home, the office, or a hybrid model within the country of employment. This globally consistent approach ensures fairness while enabling Akamai to attract top talent from diverse locations. Working arrangements for this role can be discussed with your recruiter during the application process.

 Why Work at Akamai
 
At Akamai, we are curious, innovative, and collaborative. We value diverse perspectives and believe meaningful impact comes from teamwork and bold thinking. Our global teams bring unique viewpoints that help put customers at the center of everything we do. If you are people-focused and motivated by solving complex challenges, you’ll find a strong sense of belonging here.
 
Your Growth and Wellbeing
 
Akamai is committed to helping employees grow and succeed, both professionally and personally. Our comprehensive benefits are designed to support every aspect of your life, including:
 

• Your health and wellbeing
  
  
• Your financial security
  
  
• Support for your family
  
  
• Flexibility in how you work
  
  
• Time and resources to pursue personal interests
  
  

Our benefits plans are designed to be flexible and adaptable to your individual needs, now and in the future.
 
About Akamai

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading organizations around the world rely on Akamai to build, deliver, and secure digital experiences that enable billions of people to live, work, and play every day. With the world’s most distributed compute platform spanning cloud to edge, Akamai helps customers run applications closer to users while keeping threats farther away.

Join Us
 
If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact at a company with global reach and cutting-edge technology, Akamai offers the opportunity to grow alongside talented, driven professionals who will challenge and inspire you.
 
Akamai Technologies is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
 
Compensation & Benefits
 
For U.S.-based candidates, the base salary range for this role is $126,100 – $261,900 per year, depending on experience, skills, certifications, and location. Compensation for candidates outside the U.S. may vary. The total rewards package may include performance bonuses, equity awards, and participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
 
Akamai also offers industry-leading benefits, including healthcare coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, paid time off, sick leave, parental leave, and employee assistance programs with a focus on mental and financial wellbeing.