Senior Security Engineer
Job Description
Sysdig, a leading provider of cloud security solutions and creator of Falco (the open standard for cloud threat detection), is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join their innovative team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work with a company trusted by over 60% of Fortune 500 companies, focusing on securing innovation in the cloud.
The position offers a competitive salary range of $143,000 to $179,000 USD annually and requires 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity. As a Senior Security Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing security systems, collaborating across teams to integrate security practices into the development lifecycle, and managing security for cloud-based infrastructures across AWS, GCP, and Azure.
Key responsibilities include leading security system design, building automation tools, conducting code reviews for security vulnerabilities, and managing security monitoring within a SOC environment. The ideal candidate should be proficient in programming languages like Python, Java, or Go, and have extensive experience with cloud platform security, SIEM tools, and security protocols.
Sysdig offers an attractive benefits package including a 401(k) with company match, comprehensive health benefits, parental leave, and mental health support through the Modern Health app. The company strongly values diversity and maintains an inclusive culture where open dialogue drives sharper decisions. They've been recognized as a Best Place to Work and one of Deloitte's fastest-growing companies for the past 5 years.
The hybrid work environment allows for flexibility while maintaining collaborative opportunities. This role is perfect for security professionals who are passionate about cloud security, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want to contribute to a company that's setting new standards in both cloud security and workplace culture. Even if your experience doesn't perfectly match all requirements, Sysdig encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and career paths.
Responsibilities For Senior Security Engineer
- Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of security systems, and tools
- Collaborate with different teams to integrate security practices into the development lifecycle
- Build automation scripts and security tools to improve security efficiency
- Review code and architecture for security weaknesses and vulnerabilities
- Manage and improve security monitoring and incident response within a SOC environment
- Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, tools, and best practices
- Manage security for cloud-based infrastructures
Requirements For Senior Security Engineer
- 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
- Experience with security event monitoring, log analysis, and using SIEM tools
- Knowledge of security protocols, encryption algorithms, and authentication/authorization mechanisms
- Strong communication skills
- Experience with application security, network security, and cloud security
Benefits For Senior Security Engineer
- Extra days off for well-being
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 3% company match
- Maternity and Parental Leave
- Mental health support through Modern Health app
- Full health benefits package
