Job Title: IT Security Engineer
Description: We are seeking an experienced IT Security Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and compliance of our cloud and IT infrastructure. This is an incredible opportunity to join an experienced founding team who have collectively raised $1bn+ in capital across several previously successful ventures and lead AI Research within the business.
In this role, you will work closely with a dedicated team to enhance our IT security posture, focusing on implementing robust security measures and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Core Responsibilities:
- Design and implement security measures to protect cloud and IT infrastructure
- Ensure compliance with IT security standards, particularly SOC2, DoD Cyber, and NIST 800-171
- Conduct security assessments, audits, and penetration testing
- Monitor and respond to security incidents and vulnerabilities
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security best practices into the development lifecycle
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Master's degree preferred
- At least 5+ years of experience in IT security roles, with a strong focus on cloud environments
- Experience with SOC2 compliance and DoD Cyber requirements
- Familiarity with NIST 800-171 controls and implementation
- Experience conducting security assessments, audits, and penetration testing
- Strong understanding of network security, encryption, identity management, and incident response
- Proficiency in security tools and technologies
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with remote DoD Cyber environments
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent
- Experience with cloud security frameworks (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements in cloud computing (HIPAA, GDPR, etc.)
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits including:
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Paid Time Off (Uncapped Vacation, plus Sick & Public Holidays)
- Flexible hybrid work arrangement
- Relocation assistance for qualifying employees
If you are passionate about IT security, compliance, and safeguarding critical infrastructure, and looking to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our innovative team!
