Infrastructure Security Engineer

Details

We are seeking a talented and motivated Infrastructure Security Engineer to join the security team. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud and hybrid infrastructure, ensuring the integrity of cloud-native applications, and embedding security into engineering workflows across multi-cloud and hybrid environments.

Responsibilities

Cloud and Infrastructure Security

• Design and implement secure cloud architectures across AWS, GCP, and Azure.
• Build and secure mission-critical applications in hybrid cloud and on-premises environments.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code templates with embedded security controls using tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation.
• Assist with security assessments and audits of cloud infrastructure and services.
• Implement and manage cloud security tools and services, including CSPM, CWPP, and CASB.
• Manage identities and roles across cloud and hybrid environments.
• Monitor and remediate infrastructure to comply with PCI, NIST CSF, GDPR, HIPAA, and other best practices.

Platform, Containers, and Developer Enablement

• Design and implement secure container standards and automation that support developer workflows.
• Maintain Kubernetes security according to current best practices.
• Integrate security best practices into CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with development teams.
• Secure and enhance CI/CD pipelines and maintain code-scanning platforms.

Detection, Operations, and Tooling

• Monitor and respond to security events and incidents in cloud and hybrid environments.
• Maintain SIEM data pipelines for reliable alerting.
• Build, deploy, and maintain security operations infrastructure using Python, Terraform, and configuration management tools such as Puppet.
• Develop dashboards and alerts based on security metrics.
• Develop and maintain cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Own security projects end to end, from issue identification through solution implementation.
• Stay current with emerging cloud security threats and mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in cloud security, infrastructure security, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, compliance frameworks, and best practices.
• Proficiency with at least one cloud platform—AWS, GCP, or Azure—and its security services.
• Experience securing hybrid AWS/on-premises or multi-cloud environments, including IAM and overall security posture.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies and their security implications.
• Knowledge of network security concepts and protocols.
• Experience with Python, Bash, or other scripting languages for automation and tool development.
• Proactive mindset with strong ownership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Located in the San Francisco Bay Area or willing to relocate.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Security certifications such as CCSP, CSSK, or AWS Security Specialty.
• Deep expertise in Kubernetes and container security.
• Experience with multi-cloud environments and cloud-to-cloud security.
• Knowledge of CI/CD best practices and tools.
• Familiarity with GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and NIST CSF requirements.
• Strong proficiency with Python, Terraform, and configuration management tools such as Puppet.
• Hands-on experience building GitHub Actions and workflows.
• Experience with observability and security operations tooling such as Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch, Karma, and Wazuh.
• Experience building custom cloud security tools or integrations.
• Interest in using AI for cloud security monitoring and automation.
• Contributions to open-source cloud security projects.
• Experience securing AI/ML workloads in cloud environments.
• Experience in banking, money transmission, P2P payments, or similarly regulated financial platforms.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary: $100,000–$258,000 USD.
• Equity.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Various discounts and other perks.