Staff Security Engineer, Network Security

Details

Coinbase Cloud Security (CloudSec) is seeking a Staff Security Engineer to enhance network security across multiple cloud environments. This role leads design, implementation, and continuous improvement of network security posture, leveraging expertise in WAF management, DDoS protection, network segmentation, and firewall policy management while enabling developer efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain network security controls across multi-cloud (AWS, GCP, etc.) and on-prem infrastructure.
• Own and optimize Web Application Firewalls (WAF) and DDoS protection services for scalability and resilience.
• Enforce network segmentation and firewall rules that minimize blast radius without impairing productivity.
• Review configuration changes and write policies to detect security invariants.
• Drive continuous improvement of secure-by-default network patterns for developers.
• Write code for automations that support security requirements like threat detection, incident containment, and network access management.
• Partner with engineering teams to review network and routing architecture design changes.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in network security with deep expertise in AWS and cloud edge security.
• Ability to deploy cloud infrastructure with Terraform and to develop automations or guardrails with Golang.
• Execution-focused mindset; able to navigate ambiguity and deliver results.
• Passion for building an open financial system and belief in crypto/blockchain technology.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in crafting Rego rules for Open Policy Agent (OPA) or comparable policy-as-code solutions.
• Proven experience implementing AWS Network Firewall or GCP Cloud Firewall in large-scale production environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing Cloudflare.
• Experience with both GCP and/or on-premise infrastructure.

Location & Work Model

• Role is remote-first (#LI-Remote). In-person participation is required throughout the year for team and company offsites; attendance is expected and supported.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $217,900 — $217,900 CAD. Full-time offers also include target bonus, target equity, and benefits (medical, dental, vision).

Benefits

• Extended Health Care Benefit (coordinates with Provincial Coverage)
• Dental Care
• Vision Care
• Virtual health (Consult+)
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Wellness stipend, mobile/internet reimbursement, connections stipend
• Learning and development allowance
• Employee assistance program
• Travel medical policy for global travelers
• Fertility benefits
• Generous time off/leave policy

Additional Information

• Position ID: P72327
• Coinbase is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. AI tools may be piloted for initial screening for select roles; humans review interview responses and AI is not used to make employment decisions.