What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cybersecurity Engineer / Architect position at Lattice Semiconductor?
Lattice Overview
There is energy here…energy you can feel crackling at any of our international locations. It’s an energy generated by enthusiasm for our work, for our teams, for our results, and for our customers. Lattice is a worldwide community of engineers, designers, and manufacturing operations specialists in partnership with world-class sales, marketing, and support teams, who are developing programmable logic solutions that are changing the industry. Our focus is on R&D, product innovation, and customer service, and to that focus, we bring total commitment and a keenly sharp competitive personality.
Energy feeds on energy. If you flourish in a fast paced, results-oriented environment, if you want to achieve individual success within a “team first” organization, and if you believe you can contribute and succeed in a demanding yet collegial atmosphere, then Lattice may well be just what you’re looking for.
Job Description
Design, implement, and maintain robust security architectures for all IT projects and systems. Align organizational security strategy with overall business and technology goals.
Key Responsibilities
Consistent with Lattice Semiconductor values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline, and our compensation range reflects the cost of labor in the U.S. geographic market based on the location of the role. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant work experience.
For candidates who receive and offer, the starting salary will vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, such qualifications as, skill level, competencies, and work location. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee.
Base Pay Range
209280.74
In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for variable/ incentive compensation and/ or equity. In addition, this role is eligible for a comprehensive, competitive benefits package which may include healthcare and retirement plans, paid time off, and more!
Additional Information
This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of your right to work in the United States.
Lattice recognizes that employees are its greatest asset and the driving force behind success in a highly competitive, global industry. Lattice continually strives to provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits program to attract, retain, motivate, reward and celebrate the highest caliber employees in the industry.
Lattice is an international, service-driven developer of innovative low cost, low power programmable design solutions. Our global workforce, some 1,000 strong, shares a total commitment to customer success and an unbending will to win. For more information about how our FPGA, CPLD and programmable power management devices help our customers unlock their innovation, visit www.latticesemi.com. You can also follow us via Twitter, Facebook, or RSS. At Lattice, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates.
As an E-Verify employer, we use this system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires in accordance with federal law. All applicants will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, upon hire. We do not use E-Verify to pre-screen job candidates and will comply with all E-Verify regulations.
There is energy here…energy you can feel crackling at any of our international locations. It’s an energy generated by enthusiasm for our work, for our teams, for our results, and for our customers. Lattice is a worldwide community of engineers, designers, and manufacturing operations specialists in partnership with world-class sales, marketing, and support teams, who are developing programmable logic solutions that are changing the industry. Our focus is on R&D, product innovation, and customer service, and to that focus, we bring total commitment and a keenly sharp competitive personality.
Energy feeds on energy. If you flourish in a fast paced, results-oriented environment, if you want to achieve individual success within a “team first” organization, and if you believe you can contribute and succeed in a demanding yet collegial atmosphere, then Lattice may well be just what you’re looking for.
Job Description
Design, implement, and maintain robust security architectures for all IT projects and systems. Align organizational security strategy with overall business and technology goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Microsoft 365 E5 Security: Configure and manage Defender for Office 365, Microsoft Purview DLP, Defender for Endpoint, and Microsoft Sentinel.
- Identity & Access Management: Administer and secure Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including MFA, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Identity Protection.
- Vulnerability Management: Operate and optimize vulnerability scanning tools, coordinate remediation efforts with IT and DevOps teams.
- Endpoint Security: Deploy and manage EDR solutions (e.g., Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike), enforce endpoint hardening policies.
- Firewall & Network Security: Configure and monitor enterprise firewalls, VPNs, and network segmentation strategies.
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Implement and maintain DLP policies across M365, endpoints, and cloud services.
- Active Directory Security: Harden and monitor on-premises AD environments, including GPOs, delegation, and auditing.
- R&D Lab Security: Secure isolated lab environments, enforce access controls, and monitor for anomalous activity.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- Minimum of [Number] years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on the areas mentioned in the job title.
- Proven experience in architecting and implementing security solutions across multiple domains.
- Deep understanding of security principles, best practices, and relevant technologies.
- Strong knowledge of IAM concepts, protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect), and solutions.
- Expertise in vulnerability management processes and tools.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud security best practices and platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Experience with application security testing methodologies and tools.
- Proficiency in securing endpoint and server environments.
- Understanding of API security principles and best practices.
- Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and emerging security considerations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CEH, OSCP, AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate,
- Experience with security automation and orchestration tools.
- Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
- Experience with threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies.
- Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001).
Consistent with Lattice Semiconductor values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline, and our compensation range reflects the cost of labor in the U.S. geographic market based on the location of the role. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant work experience.
For candidates who receive and offer, the starting salary will vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, such qualifications as, skill level, competencies, and work location. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee.
Base Pay Range
209280.74
In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for variable/ incentive compensation and/ or equity. In addition, this role is eligible for a comprehensive, competitive benefits package which may include healthcare and retirement plans, paid time off, and more!
Additional Information
This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of your right to work in the United States.
Lattice recognizes that employees are its greatest asset and the driving force behind success in a highly competitive, global industry. Lattice continually strives to provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits program to attract, retain, motivate, reward and celebrate the highest caliber employees in the industry.
Lattice is an international, service-driven developer of innovative low cost, low power programmable design solutions. Our global workforce, some 1,000 strong, shares a total commitment to customer success and an unbending will to win. For more information about how our FPGA, CPLD and programmable power management devices help our customers unlock their innovation, visit www.latticesemi.com. You can also follow us via Twitter, Facebook, or RSS. At Lattice, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates.
As an E-Verify employer, we use this system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires in accordance with federal law. All applicants will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, upon hire. We do not use E-Verify to pre-screen job candidates and will comply with all E-Verify regulations.