WP Engine

Lead Cloud Security Engineer

Poland

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology & ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a solid understanding and demonstrated expertise in managing cloud security controls, ensuring the security of cloud service offerings, including IAM, firewalls/ACLs, IDS/IPS, WAFs, load balancers, proxies, Linux hosts, storage, and serverless technologies, with at least five years of experience on one major cloud provider such as GCP, AWS, or Azure. Applicants must also have five or more years of experience in a security engineering or related role, including experience securing Kubernetes and containerized workloads, and experience with Infrastructure-as-Code and associated security validations, along with experience working with API integrations.

Responsibilities

The Lead Cloud Security Engineer will be responsible for securing the WP Engine platform, protecting customer data from unauthorized access, and ensuring WP Engine’s security culture and practices enable the achievement of business objectives, working 24x7x365. They will collaborate with internal partners, influence security decisions, educate stakeholders, and negotiate risk mitigation strategies, contributing to the security of thousands of digital assets across multiple cloud providers and hundreds of business applications.

Skills

Cloud Security
IAM
Firewalls/ACL
IDS/IPS
WAF
Load Balancers
Proxies
Linux Hosts
Storage
Serverless
Kubernetes
Containers
Infrastructure-as-Code
API Security

WP Engine

Provides fully-managed WordPress hosting services

About WP Engine

WP Engine offers WordPress hosting services that manage all technical aspects of running a WordPress site, allowing clients to focus on their core business. They provide various subscription plans starting at $15 per month and have a WordPress Agency Partner Program for agencies to manage multiple clients. A standout feature is the Page Speed Boost service, which enhances website load times and performance. WP Engine's goal is to be a reliable partner for WordPress hosting by combining hosting, performance optimization, and development tools.

Key Metrics

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$282.8MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Company Stock Options
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Fertility Treatment Support
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Company Match
Disability Insurance
Paid Family and Caregiver’s Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Home Office Stipend
Hybrid Work Options
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Pet Insurance
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Legal battle with Automattic may cause financial and reputational damage.
Ban from WordPress.org limits access to essential WordPress resources.
Criticism from Matt Mullenweg could lead to a loss of customers.

Differentiation

WP Engine offers specialized platforms for Managed and Headless WordPress solutions.
The company provides developer-centric tools like Local and Advanced Custom Fields.
WP Engine's Page Speed Boost enhances website performance and search engine rankings.

Upsides

Growing demand for headless CMS solutions boosts WP Engine's market potential.
AI-driven optimization tools create opportunities for enhanced performance features.
Remote work trends increase the need for secure web hosting solutions.

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