Principal Security Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Principal Security Engineer to join our team and drive the design and implementation of effective security solutions across our organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management, and emerging technologies. This is a critical role that will help safeguard our systems and data while supporting our business objectives.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Security Design: Develop and implement security architecture strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and compliance requirements.
• Design IAM Solutions: Develop and implement robust IAM frameworks and architectures to manage user identities, access controls, and entitlements across the organization.
• Cloud Security Design: Develop and implement security architectures and best practices for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.) to ensure data protection and compliance.
• Solution Development: Design and oversee the deployment of security solutions, including network security, application security, and cloud security.
• Threat Hunting: Proactively search for indicators of compromise (IOCs) and potential threats within the network and systems.
• Collaboration: Work closely with DevOps, IT, and development teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and cloud deployment processes. · Malware Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of malware samples to understand their behavior, functionality, and impact on systems.
• Reverse Engineering: Use reverse engineering techniques to dissect and analyze malware code, identifying vulnerabilities and potential indicators of compromise (IOCs).
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends and threats and recommend improvements to processes and technologies.
• Incident Response: Provide guidance on security incidents and breaches, helping to develop response plans and recovery strategies.
• Training and Awareness: Educate staff on security best practices and promote a culture of security awareness across the organization.

Required Experience & Education

• Education: Bachelors/Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years in a managerial role within a SOC environment.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in security technologies (SIEM, intrusion detection systems, firewalls, etc.) and knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and mentor a team.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a detail-oriented approach.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive compensation and generous stock options  
• 100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage  
• Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages  
• The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies  
• Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper  
• Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up  
• A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration  
• The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy  
• Exciting opportunities for career growth and development  

The salary range for this position is $210,000 to $356,000. The salary range describes the minimum to maximum base salary range for this position across applicable US locations. This position is also eligible for a bonus whereby total compensation may exceed base salary depending on individual or company performance. The actual compensation offered may vary from the posted hiring range based on geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.  In addition to the compensation listed, this position is eligible for equity compensation.

Current Tekion Employees – Please apply via Greenhouse Internal Job Board