Sr. Staff Security Engineer

In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

RUCKUS Networks builds and delivers purpose-driven networks that perform in the tough, unique environments of the industries we serve.

How You'll help us connect the world:

The Sr. Staff Security Engineer ensures that the organization’s technology, infrastructure, and processes meet internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. This role works closely with cross-functional Security, Engineering, Operations, and Compliance teams to design, implement, and monitor controls that support certifications (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIS2, GovRAMP, FedRAMP) and maintain a strong security and compliance posture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain technical and process controls to meet compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, GovRAMP, FedRAMP, NIS2, etc.).
• Collaborate with CloudOps, DevOps, and Security teams to remediate compliance gaps and ensure evidence collection is automated wherever possible.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, system evidence, and technical explanations.
• Develop monitoring and reporting solutions for continuous compliance.
• Partner with product and engineering teams to embed compliance into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Maintain compliance documentation, including policies, standards, procedures, and technical diagrams.
• Track regulatory changes and emerging compliance requirements to ensure organizational readiness.
• Drive automation of compliance activities to reduce manual overhead and error risk.
• Assist in vendor risk management by assessing third-party security and compliance postures.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in operations, compliance, or related technical roles.
• Knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated compliance controls.
• Familiarity with security frameworks.
• Awareness/Experience with compliance automation tools (e.g., Drata, Vanta, Tugboat Logic, Secureframe).
• Strong technical background in Cloud operations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex compliance requirements to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience with DevOps pipelines and CI/CD security controls.
• Hands-on experience with access management and monitoring solutions.
• Prior involvement in achieving certifications or regulatory compliance (e.g., SOC 2 audit prep, ISO implementation).

This is hybrid role requires 3 days a week in our Sunnyvale, CA Location.

 Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. This position's expected total compensation (base salary and commission range) is $118,000.00-$153,700.00

The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.

What Happens After You Apply?
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Why CommScope?

CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.