Senior Security Engineer

Category Labs

Category Labs

Software Engineering
New York, NY, USA
Posted on Feb 24, 2025

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Security Engineer who will be responsible for ensuring the security of our systems and infrastructure. Previous experience with crypto is preferred but not required. This role is based in New York City.

What You Will Do

  • Contribute to security architecture/design and assist in building and rolling out processes for secure code development and deployment

  • Interface with external security consultants and auditors

  • Assess new feature releases through threat modeling, code review and security testing. Also provide guidance on effective countermeasures

  • Build secure frameworks & libraries that engineering teams can use at scale

  • Build internal security tools and automate security-minded processes

  • Lead research into suspected application vulnerabilities

  • Design and lead the implementation of SDLC practices including code reviews, static/dynamic code analysis and vulnerability assessments.

Who You Are

  • 5+ years experience in securing large scale distributed systems

  • Experience in assessing the security posture of systems/services

  • Experience with secure code review, penetration testing, and common security tools

  • Strong engineering background and programming experience (Python, Golang, Rust, Bash, etc.)

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with remote teams

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, e.g. Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience

Additional Information

Target full-time salary of $200,000. (**This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, domain expertise, and geographic location.)