Engineer, Security Operations & Engineering

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Joining Collibra’s Security Operations & Engineering team

This is an opportunity to work in the Security Operations & Engineering team within the growing Collibra Security Organization. Security Engineers at Collibra design, build, and operate the systems that safeguard our data, infrastructure, and customers. The team combines technical depth with automation and innovation, embedding security across our platforms to ensure resilience and stay ahead of evolving threats.

We partner across the business to architect secure systems, embed zero-trust principles, and automate detection and response. Security Engineers are hands-on builders who strengthen Collibra’s defense posture through engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

This is a hybrid role based in our Raleigh office. Our hybrid model means you’ll work from the office at least two days each week. This role supports the US government and requires the candidate to be a US citizen who resides on US soil.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure architectures across cloud environments, embedding zero-trust principles and identity-based access controls.
• Manage threat detection, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and remediate risks proactively.
• Lead incident response and leverage threat intelligence to detect, contain, and prevent evolving cyber threats.
• Operate and improve SIEM, EDR, and other detection/response tooling and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with global security standards (ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, CIS, OWASP, SOC 2, CSA) and continuously improve Collibra’s security posture.
• Support internal and external security audits by providing necessary documentation and evidence.
• Automate security tooling and processes to reduce manual effort and improve response times.

Requirements

• 3 or more years of experience in Information Security, Security Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience securing cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, and incident response tools.
• Strong understanding of network and application security concepts, identity and access management, and encryption practices.
• Working knowledge of Data Analysis / Data Science concepts and tooling (SQL, Python, etc.).
• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent related experience.
• Must be a US citizen residing on US soil (role supports the US government).

You Are

• Analytical, curious, and eager to understand complex systems and emerging threats.
• Adaptable and ready to learn new tools, techniques, and technologies.
• Able to communicate security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Committed to continuous improvement and automating solutions to reduce manual effort.

Measures of Success

• Within your first month: Understand Collibra’s infrastructure, security architecture, and monitoring environment.
• By your third month: Contribute to threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management workflows.
• By your sixth month: Design and implement security automation or architectural improvements that measurably strengthen Collibra’s security posture.

Compensation

The standard base salary range for this position is $116000 - $145000 per year. This position is not eligible for additional commission-based compensation. Salary offers are based on a combination of factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, and location.

In addition to base salary, Collibra offers equity ownership at every level, bonus potential, a Flex Fund monthly stipend, pension/401k plans, and more.

Benefits

Collibra offers a flexible benefits program including competitive compensation, health coverage, time off, and programs supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Collibra is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants as needed.