Job description
ABOUT US
Recruitics Talent Intelligence and Acquisition Platform unites data, AI, and automation that make modern hiring possible - helping Enterprise organizations predict what's coming next, attract the right talent, and convert talent anywhere.
We're big believers in teamwork, curiosity, and doing work that actually makes an impact. If you love solving problems, thinking creatively, and helping companies build amazing teams, you're going to love it here.
OVERVIEW
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Security Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will bridge the gap between development, security, and operations to ensure the security of our software through the secure development lifecycle.
You will be responsible for integrating security practices throughout the DevOps lifecycle, building and maintaining secure systems, and automating security processes to enhance our cloud infrastructure and applications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities
- Secure Architecture: Under the guidance of the VP of Information Security, maintain a secure cloud architecture and evangelize security best practices within the enterprise that comply with our SOC II policies and procedures.
- DevSecOps Integration: Collaborate closely with Development, Operations, and Security teams to integrate security practices into the development lifecycle and DevOps processes.
- Vulnerability Management: Conduct vulnerability assessments, security testing, and advise teams on remediation.
- Cloud Security: Oversee and enhance the security posture of cloud-based infrastructure (AWS), ensuring secure deployments and configurations.
- Compliance & Best Practices: Ensure that security controls are aligned with industry standards and best practices (e.g., OWASP, NIST, GDPR) and work toward achieving and maintaining compliance.
- Incident Response: Be the technical point of contact on security incidents, providing expertise in root cause analysis and remediation.
- Monitoring & Auditing: Implement monitoring tools to detect and respond to security incidents and audit the security of systems and applications.
- Security Training & Awareness: Provide guidance and training to other teams on security best practices, secure coding techniques, and threat mitigation strategies.
- Tooling & Infrastructure: Select, deploy, and manage security tools and frameworks for automated
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Security, or related roles, with at least 2-3 years working within a DevOps ecosystem.
- Hands-on experience with security tools such as SonarQube, Crowdstrike, mimecast, and tenable.
Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
- Expertise in automation scripting (Python, Bash, or similar languages).
- Experience with version control systems (Git, GitLab, Bitbucket).
- Familiarity with security protocols and standards (OAuth, SSL/TLS, PKI).
- Strong knowledge of network security, firewalls, identity and access management (IAM), and encryption technologies.
- Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and static/dynamic analysis.
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
- A proactive and continuous improvement mindset.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or other relevant certifications.
- Experience with threat modeling and risk assessments.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and methodologies (e.g., NIST, OWASP Top 10, SOC 2).
- Knowledge of security in microservices architecture.
WHY JOIN US?
At Recruitics, you'll have the opportunity to take full ownership of design within a cutting-edge team focused on leveraging AI and data to transform the recruitment marketing landscape. You'll be joining a creative and collaborative environment where your work will directly impact our clients' success and you will have opportunities for career growth, professional development, and continuous learning.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salaries with growth incentives
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- #AnywhereAugust - We support remote work experiences to expand perspectives and personal growth
- 15 Vacation Days, 5 Flex Days, 5 Sick Days, and remote work options year-round
- Fully paid parental leave for both parents
- Summer Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day
- Winter Recess between Christmas and New Years
- Commuter and Parking Benefits through Wage Works
- Eligible to contribute to your 401(K) Retirement Plan after six (6) months of employment.
- Employee Assistance Programs to support your day to day
LOCATION
New York City | Lafayette,CA | Chicago | Connecticut
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary: $150,000-220,000 (commensurate with experience) plus bonus incentive.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND ACCESSIBLE WORKPLACE
Recruitics is an equal-opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by State and Federal law.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible process for all individuals. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process due to a disability, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a timely and respectful manner.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply.
At Recruitics, protecting our talent community-candidates, clients, and partners-is always a top priority. As you navigate your application journey, please keep these tips in mind to stay safe:
- We'll never ask you to pay for anything-that includes applications, interviews, background checks, or equipment.
- We only communicate via official email addresses ending in @ recruitics.com -never from Gmail or suspicious lookalikes.
- We do not request personal financial information such as bank details, credit card numbers, or wire transfers.
- If something feels off or doesn't seem right, pause and contact us directly at ...@recruitics.com .
We're thrilled you're interested in working with us. Just make sure it's really us you're talking to. Stay sharp-and stay safe.