Principal Security Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Principal Security Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping and driving the security architecture vision across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the organization's security architecture strategy, ensuring it aligns with business goals and regulatory requirements
• Identify and prioritize critical security initiatives based on risk assessments, emerging threats, and business needs
• Design and implement security frameworks and architectures that protect the organization’s data, applications, and infrastructure
• Provide subject matter expertise on secure coding practices, network architecture, and cloud security to ensure robust security by design
• Conduct comprehensive security risk assessments across various domains, including network, application, and data security
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and guide the implementation of security controls to reduce identified risks
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and solutions to address current and future security challenges
• Lead the implementation and integration of security technologies across the organization, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing expert guidance on security matters and advocating for necessary investments in security initiatives
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, and other relevant teams to ensure security considerations are embedded in all technology projects and initiatives
• Mentor and guide junior security engineers and other technical staff, fostering a culture of security awareness and best practices
• Ensure that the organization’s security practices comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO/IEC 27001)
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures across the organization
• Lead the design and implementation of incident response plans, ensuring the organization is prepared to respond effectively to security breaches
• Evaluate and provide recommendations for post-incident analysis and recovery efforts, improving the organization’s security posture

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in information security, with a focus on security architecture and design
• Proven experience in leading security initiatives and influencing senior leadership on security matters
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (Python/Golang)
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST, SOC2, ISO 27001, CIS)
• Strong understanding of network security, cloud security, application security, and data protection technologies
• Experience with security tools and technologies, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, encryption, and IAM solutions
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or SABSA are highly desirable

Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or SABSA are highly desirable

Skills

• Leadership and strategic planning
• Technical expertise in security architecture and design
• Compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Problem-solving and risk management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to mentor and guide others

Benefits

• The base salary range for this role is $275,000 to $330,000. The starting salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, a flexible spending account, a health savings account, tuition reimbursement, a mental wellness benefit, a stock purchase program, paid parental leave, flexible PTO, and more.

Pay

The base salary range for this role is $275,000 to $330,000. The starting salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

Schedule

Details on the schedule are not specified in the job posting.