Security Engineering Lead

SentiLink provides innovative identity and risk solutions, empowering institutions and individuals to transact confidently with one another.   By building the future of identity verification in the United States and reinventing the currently clunky, ineffective, and expensive process, we believe strongly that the future will be 10x better.   We’ve had tremendous traction and are growing extremely quickly. Already our real-time APIs have helped verify hundreds of millions of identities, beginning with financial services. In 2021, we raised a $70M Series B round, led by Craft Ventures to rapidly scale our best in class products. We’ve earned coverage and awards from TechCrunch, CNBC, Bloomberg, Forbes, Business Insider, PYMNTS, American Banker, LendIt, and have landed on the Forbes Fintech 50 in 2023 and 2024. Last but not least, we’ve even been a part of history -- we were the first company to go live with the eCBSV and testified before the United States House of Representatives.

Role:

We are seeking an experienced Security Engineering Lead to join our growing team. In this role, you will perform technical engineering work while also leading the technical aspects of our information security program, including the implementation of security controls and driving compliance efforts across SOC2, PCI, and FedRAMP. You will take ownership of managing both internal and external audits and leading the technical implementation of security requirements. Additionally, you will oversee a team of GRC analysts who will support you with non-engineering related program management and compliance tasks. This role is designed for someone who can handle a large scope of engineering responsibilities while also guiding the organization's information security strategy, ensuring we maintain a strong security posture and meet regulatory demands.

Responsibilities:

• Implement technical security controls within software systems and cloud environments.
• Lead efforts to maintain and/or obtain SOC2, PCI and FedRAMP compliance, including preparing for and managing audits, gathering necessary evidence, and implementing required controls.
• Plan, procure, schedule, and lead major security initiatives, including penetration testing, incident response testing, network firewall reviews, and risk assessments.
• Review, approve, and update security policy documentation to reflect current practices and compliance requirements.
• Evaluate and review technical security control evidence to confirm effectiveness and compliance.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks.
• As a subject matter expert, provide input and direction into the customer due diligence process.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to enhance enterprise security.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Stay current with the latest industry trends, threats, and security standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in information security at a SaaS company, with a focus on InfoSec engineering, governance, and compliance.
• Strong experience with FedRAMP compliance. SOC2 and PCI a plus.
• Strong technical experience with AWS infrastructure. Kubernetes is a plus.
• Proven experience leading and managing information security initiatives, including penetration testing, incident response testing, network firewall reviews, and risk assessments.
• Proficient in many and expert in some cybersecurity technologies, IT concepts, strategies and methodologies, as well as security aspects of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, communications and network protocols.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex security related concepts to technical and non-technical audiences alike.
• Familiarity with current industry trends, threats, and security standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity working in financial services is a big plus.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must live in the United States.

Salary Range:

• $170,000 - $210,000 plus equity and benefits

Perks:

• Employer paid group health insurance for you and your dependents
• 401(k) plan with employer match (or equivalent for non US-based roles)
• Flexible paid time off
• Regular company-wide in-person events
• Home office stipend, and more!

Corporate Values:

• Follow Through
• Deep Understanding
• Whatever It Takes
• Do Something Smart