Remote Sr Security Engineer (Remote - US)

Description:

• This position is for a Sr Security Engineer located in the United States, offered by Jobgether on behalf of Recruitics.
• The role involves leading the implementation of security measures across the entire DevOps lifecycle in a dynamic, tech-forward environment.
• The engineer will be responsible for building secure systems, automating security processes, and guiding development and operations teams on best practices.
• Key responsibilities include managing cloud infrastructure security and incident response, which will influence the stability and trustworthiness of core platforms.
• The position requires a blend of hands-on technical expertise and strategic thinking, suitable for a proactive engineer passionate about bridging security and innovation.
• Accountabilities include maintaining and strengthening cloud security architecture in line with SOC II compliance, integrating security practices into CI/CD pipelines, performing vulnerability assessments, ensuring alignment with security standards, leading incident response efforts, deploying monitoring tools, providing training on secure coding, and selecting and managing security tools.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 5–7 years of experience in DevOps, Security, or related fields, with 2–3 years focused on DevSecOps.
• Strong hands-on experience with cloud platforms, especially AWS, containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, and CI/CD environments is required.
• Proficiency with security tools such as SonarQube, Crowdstrike, Mimecast, and Tenable is necessary.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible) and scripting languages (Python, Bash) is essential.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git, GitLab, Bitbucket) and security protocols (OAuth, SSL/TLS, PKI) is required.
• A strong grasp of network security, IAM, firewalls, encryption, and vulnerability analysis is needed.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-team collaboration skills are essential.
• Bonus qualifications include certifications such as CISSP or CISM, experience in threat modeling, or knowledge about microservices security.

Benefits:

• The base salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $170,000, depending on experience and location.
• Candidates will be eligible for an annual performance-based bonus.
• A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.
• The position includes generous PTO, parental leave, and employee support programs.
• Unique perks include a fully paid Winter Recess (Christmas–New Year) and Summer Fridays with 6-hour workdays.
• Work flexibility is available, with remote or hybrid options and offices located in New York, Chicago, and Atlanta.