Job Description

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We're a technology company that leads with our humanity--driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
At Ciena, we are passionate about building the world's most adaptive networks to meet the growing digital demands for richer, more connected experiences. As a Product Security Analyst, you will play a key role in ensuring the security and integrity of our products and systems. Join our dynamic Security team and contribute to a robust security program that defends our company, products, and reputation while fostering collaborative relationships across teams. This position requires working during US shift hours.

How you'll make an impact:Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for product teams, advising on secure development practices and technical security matters. Provide security training and resources to development teams to enhance their knowledge of secure coding practices. Automate product security assessment processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Review and analyze penetration test results, ensuring vulnerabilities are appropriately prioritized and remediated. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, CISO, and PLM, to identify and address potential security gaps.


The must haves:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in security or compliance functions. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, GWAPT, or other industry-recognized credentials. Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Detail-oriented and quality-driven with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.


Nice to have:Thorough understanding of modern SDLC practices, including Agile and CI/CD methodologies. Experience with networking devices. Familiarity with vulnerability assessment tools such as Rapid7. Strong knowledge of secure coding practices and standards, including OWASP. Familiarity with risk assessment tools such as CVSS. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C/C++.

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