Senior Security Operations Engineer - EU/UK

As Marqeta’s Manager of Security Operations based in the UK, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of the security operations program. You and your team will  monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to cyber security incidents and threats. The Manager of Security Operations will oversee implementation of security protocols, and collaborate with stakeholders to maintain and possibly improve the security posture of Marqeta. 

The Impact You’ll Have

• Monitor security events and logs from a variety of systems and networks.
• Identify potential security incidents and threats.
• Perform analysis and investigations, correlating events and data to detect security incidents.
• Develop and document processes and procedures for responding to security incidents.
• Develop and maintain security incident response plans.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to other members of the security team.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of security threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures.

Who You Are

• 2+ Years experience in security operations.
• Experience with network, system, and application security.
• Experience with security monitoring, incident response, and threat analysis.
• Knowledge of security best practices and standards.
• Knowledge of security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and anti-virus software.
• Familiarity with scripting and automation tools.
• Experience with security tools such as XSOAR, Crowdstrike, Tenable, AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, etc
• Experience in cloud technology, especially AWS. 
• Must have excellent writing and communication skills.
• BS degree preferred.
• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISA, CISM, GCIH, Security+, etc)

This role can be performed remotely anywhere within the UK or from our London office. We’d love for you to join us!

Your Manager

• Todd Linton, Sr Director of Security Operations and Resilience 

Typical Process

• Application submission
• Recruiter phone call
• Hiring manager video call
• Virtual “Onsite” consisting of 4-5, 45 min calls
• Offer!

Recruiter for this role:

• Louise Devlin

Compensation and Benefits

• Premium Private Medical and Dental coverage
• Generous time off program with additional “Floating Holiday days”
• Retirement savings program with company contribution
• Equity in a publicly-traded company and an Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Monthly stipend to support our remote work model
• Annual development stipend to support our people growth and development
• Family-forming benefits and up to 20 weeks of Parental Leave
• Wellbeing programs i.e Modern Health, HealthKick and much more…

About Marqeta

Marqeta is on a mission to change the way money moves. We’re one of the earliest enablers of embedded finance, a market opportunity sized up in the trillions. Our card issuing platform provides unprecedented flexibility and control for companies to issue cards, authorize transactions, and manage payment operations in real time. Marqeta is powering the most well known brands in the new economy (Block, Cash App, Affirm, Instacart, Doordash, Uber, Walmart, etc). You don’t need to be a Payments expert to join the Marqeta Team, let us help you with that.  This is the opportunity of a lifetime to work with innovators around the world and unlock equitable financial access for all.

Marqeta’s Values

– Intentional Curiosity: We believe in asking the questions others shy away from. True progress comes from understanding today’s realities while challenging ourselves to do better and take on the status quo. 

– Thoughtful Responsibility: We believe that every interaction with our technology and platforms matters. Businesses and livelihoods rely on our work, so we strive for excellence and accountability every day with the highest standards for failsafe technology and compliance.

– Innovative Simplicity: We believe that simplicity is powerful, especially in innovation—making a tool work better or finishing that feature that makes everyone smile. Our customers face a lot of complexity. We’re not here to add more.

– Shared Success: We believe the measure of our success is the success of our employees, customers, and communities. From local businesses to big corporations, our impact goes deep and wide. And we’ve got the results to prove it.

– Passion to Thrive: We believe anyone with a better idea should be able to change the game for our company and our customers. We solve big problems for our customers and draw energy from that challenge and opportunity.

Equal Employment Opportunity, Accommodations and Privacy 

Marqeta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that gives consideration to all qualified applicants regardless of race, ancestry, national  origin, color, Indigenous, citizenship, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression marital status, family status, disability, veteran status, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

Our dedication to diversity and inclusion extends beyond the categories above. Review Marqeta’s ESG Report to see that dedication in action. Fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected creates a stronger and more innovative team at Marqeta. We celebrate the unique contributions of each individual and empower all members of our organization. Join us in building a company where diversity thrives and everyone can be their authentic selves.

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