Senior Security Engineer
Category Labs
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.)