Doug Kuhlman
About Doug Kuhlman
Doug Kuhlman is the Sr. Director of Product Cybersecurity at Lutron Electronics, with a background in security research and engineering from companies like ARRIS and Motorola Mobility.
Sr. Director of Product Cybersecurity at Lutron Electronics
Doug Kuhlman currently holds the role of Sr. Director of Product Cybersecurity at Lutron Electronics in Coopersburg, PA. Since joining the company, he has introduced Static Analysis Security Testing (SAST), which is a vital tool in identifying vulnerabilities within the software development lifecycle. He has also built a comprehensive review process and procedure from scratch, covering hundreds of different products and product families. Additionally, Kuhlman played a key role in eliminating insecure protocols and selecting a secure cloud portal for devices.
Previous Experience at ARRIS and Motorola Mobility
Doug Kuhlman worked at ARRIS as a Distinguished Advanced Research Engineer from 2013 to 2016 in Libertyville, IL. Prior to that, he spent 13 years at Motorola Mobility as a Senior Security Research Engineer. During his time at these companies, he gained extensive experience in security research and advanced engineering, contributing significantly to the field of cybersecurity.
Educational Background in Mathematics and Computer Science
Doug Kuhlman pursued his higher education at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he studied Mathematics and earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from 1995 to 2000. Before that, he attended Wartburg College from 1991 to 1995, where he achieved a BA in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Religion. His strong academic background laid the foundation for his expertise in cybersecurity and product development.
Career Beginnings as an Intern Programmer
Doug Kuhlman began his professional journey as an Intern Programmer at CUNA Mutual Group from 1993 to 1995. This initial role provided him with early exposure to software development and programming, which would later inform his work in cybersecurity and product security engineering.
Promotions and Achievements at Lutron Electronics
Doug Kuhlman was promoted to the level of Senior Director (officially termed Senior Consultant) at Lutron Electronics in May 2022. He serves as the public face of Lutron's cybersecurity initiatives, addressing customers, the board of directors, and integrating with Legal and IT departments. His efforts have driven additional revenue by mitigating customer concerns, ensuring compliance with government requirements, and minimizing risk.