Senior Security Engineer

In the cloud, every second counts. On the leading edge of security, Sysdig stops attacks in real-time by instantly detecting changes in cloud security risk with runtime insights and open source Falco. Trusted by a large enterprise customer base, we are a well-funded startup, passionate open source enthusiasts at heart, and problem-solvers who are building and delivering powerful solutions to secure cloud-native applications.
We have an organizational focus on delivering value to customers. We appreciate diverse opinions and open dialogue to spur ideas. We believe in working together to achieve our goals, and we pride ourselves on a flexible work culture. We're an international company that understands how to cultivate an inclusive environment across remote teams.
And we're a great place to work too - we've been named a "Best Places to Work" by Inc, the San Francisco Business Time, and Built In, with recognitions ranging from "Best Benefits" to a "Best Company for Happiness".
We are looking for driven team members who want to join us on our mission to lead cloud security globally. Does this sound like the right place for you?

What you will do

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of security systems, processes, and tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security practices into the development lifecycle.
• Build and maintain automation scripts and security tools to improve security efficiency.
• Review code and architecture for security weaknesses and vulnerabilities, providing recommendations for improvement.
• Manage and optimize security monitoring and incident response within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, tools, and best practices.
• Implement and manage security for cloud-based infrastructures, ensuring best practices for AWS, GCP, and Azure are followed.

What you will bring with you

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on security engineering and secure software development.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, Java, Go etc.) and experience writing secure code.
• Expertise in securing cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, and Azure, including identity and access management (IAM), security groups, encryption, and network configuration.
• Experience with security event monitoring, log analysis, and using SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools.
• Knowledge of security protocols, encryption algorithms, and authentication/authorization mechanisms.

What we look for

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong understanding of application security, network security, and cloud security.

When you join Sysdig, you can expect:

• Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% company match
• Maternity and Parental Leave
• Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
• Full health benefits package for you and your family

The U.S. annual on target earnings (OTE) range for this full-time position is between $ 143,000 and 196,900 USD/year. Actual offers may be higher or lower than this range based on a variety of factors, including your work location, job-related experience and education.
We would love for you to join us! Please reach out even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.
Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.
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