Senior Engineer, Application & Information Security(Remote in Greece)

ABOUT POWER FACTORS

Power Factors is a software and solutions provider leading the next generation of clean energy with Unity, one of the most extensive and widely deployed renewable energy management suites (REMS) in the market. With over 300 GW of wind, solar, and energy storage assets managed worldwide across more than 600 customers and 18,000 sites, Power Factors manages 25% of the world’s renewable energy data.*  

Power Factors’ Unity REMS supports the entire energy value chain, from monitoring and controls to market analytics. The company’s suite of open, data-driven applications empowers renewable energy stakeholders to collaborate, automate critical workflows, and make more informed decisions to maximize asset returns. Energy stakeholders receive end-to-end support, including solutions for SCADA & PPC, centralized monitoring, performance management, commercial asset management, and field service management.  

With deep domain expertise, AI-powered insights are delivered at scale so businesses can optimize assets, unlock growth, and make smarter decisions as the world rapidly transitions to clean energy. Power Factors fights climate change with code.  

*Outside China and India

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a senior security professional to provide hands on leadership to continue maturing the Information Security at Power Factors.  As a leader in renewable energy applications, Power Factors develops a variety of SaaS applications and on-premises applications deployed into cloud and OT networks.  Given the critical importance of energy generation, ensuring the security of Power Factors applications is critical.  In this role, we’re looking for someone with a strong security architecture background who can provide thought leadership when needed, such as during design phases and threat modeling exercises.  Additionally, we’re looking for someone with an extensive development background who can work hands-on to ensure developers properly fix vulnerabilities such as XSS or SRRF and work to properly implement security protocols such as OIDC and SAML.  Finally, we’re looking for someone who can assist existing members of the AppSec team with existing security tools, trainings, and processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute thought leadership as a senior security team member to the Information Security team and the company at large
• Help identify novel attacks and security weaknesses in all Power Factors software products – including working with third-party penetration testers
• Review application architectures for security weaknesses and help design secure product architectures
• Work with development, cloud, and product teams to ensure that vulnerabilities are understood and remediated based on severity and impact to the business
• Assist existing AppSec team members with SCA, SAST, DAST, and other AppSec tools
• Help create and document policies and processes for application security
• Assist with internal security trainings and workshops for developers

REQUIRED COMPENTENCIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cyber security, information security or in a related field
• Minimum 5 years of significant experience working with software development and/or application security
• Strong programming skills – preferably C#, Go, JavaScript and Python
• Expertise in authentication and authorization systems and architectures such as PKI, OIDC, SAML, and RBAC
• Experience with SCA, SAST, and DAST tools
• Ability to work independently as well as with part of the larger AppSec and InfoSec teams
• Good understanding of enterprise SaaS application architecture and OT security
• Ability to communicate complex security principles across teams

LIFE @ POWER FACTORS

We are an agile software development company – big enough to make an impact, but small enough to move quickly and execute in a growing industry. We are a team of bold and ingenious talents driven by results. We are passionate about making the world a better place. We seek fierce and humble people to help us achieve our ambitious plan.

WHY JOIN US

By joining the Power Factors team, you’ll be part of a dynamic group of innovative and driven individuals dedicated to making a positive impact. Every day, your work will directly contribute to advancing clean energy solutions and supporting global sustainability initiatives. Our culture runs deep and shows up in how we work together - committed, conscientious and collaborative. With many opportunities for professional growth, Power Factors is here to support your development as we lead the charge in transforming the energy industry. 

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Power Factors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.