Tech Lead Manager, Network Security

1 Month ago • 5-8 Years • Cyber Security • Network Engineering • $224,000 PA - $560,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

ByteDance is seeking a Tech Lead Manager for Network Security in San Jose. The role involves leading a team of software engineers to design and build high-standard network security products. Responsibilities include driving technical direction in areas like NGFW, WAF, Anti-DDoS, and NDR; supporting ByteDance and external customers; and coaching team members. The ideal candidate possesses a BS or advanced degree in a relevant field, at least 5 years of software development experience in cybersecurity, and 3+ years of team lead experience. Strong understanding of TCP/IP network stacks and experience with web application protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, QUIC) are essential. Proficiency with DPDK, Hyperscan, and Linux systems is also required.
Must have:
  • Lead network security product development
  • 5+ years cybersecurity software dev experience
  • 3+ years team lead experience
  • TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, QUIC expertise
  • DPDK, Hyperscan, Linux system knowledge
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off
  • Wellbeing benefits

Job Details

Responsibilities
Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content. Why Join Us Creation is the core of ByteDance's purpose. Our products are built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make our innovations possible. Together, we inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we aim towards achieving every day. To us, every challenge, no matter how ambiguous, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always. At ByteDance, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact-for ourselves, our company, and the users we serve. Join us. Team Introduction The security engineering team is missioned to build security services, platforms and technologies, as well as to support cross-functional teams to protect our users, products and infrastructures. In this team you'll have a unique opportunity to have first-hand exposure to the strategy of the company in key security initiatives, especially in building scalable and secure-by-design systems and solutions. You also have opportunities to go through the whole lifecycle of security products or services, are encouraged to participate in each phase, each part of the projects and have the whole picture of what we are working on. Responsibilities - Lead a team of software engineers to design and build network security products with high standards. - Lead and drive technical directions in specific network security areas, such as NGFW, WAF, Anti-DDoS, NDR, etc. - Support ByteDance and external customers with network security products. - Coach the team members on professional growth.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - B.S. or advanced degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or other relevant majors, with at least 5 years software development experience in the cybersecurity domain and at least 3 years team lead experience. - Solid understanding and development experience of TCP/IP network stacks. - Hands-on experience with popular web application protocols, such as HTTP/HTTPS, QUIC, etc. - Rich experience with DPDK, Hyperscan, and Linux systems. - Self-driven problem solver with great communication and collaboration skills. ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too. ByteDance Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://shorturl.at/cdpT2
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $224000 - $560000 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;

2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and

3. Exercising sound judgment.

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