Security Engineer at Ben

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Hands-on experience deploying and managing security tooling such as EDR, MDM, ZTNA, or vulnerability scanners, with enjoyment of solving problems at the implementation level
Worked with Microsoft’s security ecosystem, including Entra ID (Azure AD), Intune, and Defender, and confident navigating other vendors’ enterprise tooling
Solid foundations in networking, systems, and cloud infrastructure, and understanding how to apply industry standards (e.g. OWASP Top 10, AWS Well-Architected) to real-world scenarios
Experience reviewing and improving product and infrastructure security, including secure SDLC practices like threat modelling, secure code review, or CI/CD hardening
Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001 or SOC 2, and ability to translate technical controls into well-documented policies and audit-ready evidence
Experience automating repetitive security tasks (e.g. with Python, PowerShell, or Bash) or integrating tools via APIs to improve efficiency and reduce manual work
A bias toward proactive risk reduction, thinking holistically about controls, people, and processes that improve security posture
A generalist mindset, comfortable working across infrastructure, product, and compliance domains

Responsibilities

Take ownership of existing security tooling, and implement new ones (e.g. endpoint protection, MDM, access controls), ensuring they’re effectively configured, maintained, and evolving as the business grows
Embed secure-by-design practices into the development lifecycle across engineering, including secure coding, threat modeling, and design reviews
Monitor systems for irregular behavior and proactively design detection and prevention mechanisms
Ensure infrastructure and applications align with generally accepted industry standards, such as the OWASP Top 10 and the AWS Well-Architected Framework
Conduct and lead risk assessments, including third-party/vendor reviews and internal evaluations
Document and maintain security policies, procedures, and controls as part of the ISO 27001-certified Information Security Management System (ISMS)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AWSOWASP Top 10ISO 27001MDMendpoint protectionthreat modelingsecure codingaccess controls

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote or hybrid role?

This is a hybrid position.

What skills are required for the Security Engineer role?

Required skills include hands-on experience with security tooling like EDR, MDM, ZTNA, or vulnerability scanners; proficiency in Microsoft’s security ecosystem such as Entra ID, Intune, and Defender; solid foundations in networking, systems, and cloud infrastructure; experience with secure SDLC practices like threat modeling and secure code review; familiarity with compliance frameworks like ISO 27001 or SOC 2; and experience automating tasks with Python, PowerShell, or Bash.

What is the team structure like for this position?

You’ll be a key technical contributor in a small, high-impact team with direct mentorship from the Security Lead and autonomy to take full ownership of key projects.

What is the company culture like?

The culture values self-starters eager to take ownership in a supportive environment, emphasizes work-life balance, and takes downtime and relaxation seriously while working hard to ship on time.

What makes a strong candidate for this Security Engineer role?

Strong candidates have a bias toward proactive risk reduction, hands-on experience implementing security tools, and enjoyment solving problems at the implementation level.

Ben

SaaS platform for managing employee benefits

About Ben

Ben offers a platform that simplifies employee benefits management for businesses. It allows HR departments and employees to access various benefits, such as health and dental, through the Ben Card, which provides preferred rates. The platform operates on a subscription-based SaaS model and stands out by automating benefits administration and providing a user-friendly self-serve interface for employees. Ben's goal is to enhance the benefits experience for both employers and employees while offering cost savings through its broker network.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$18.9MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

201-500Employees

Risks

Increased competition from HRtech startups could dilute Ben's market share.

Economic downturns may lead to reduced spending on employee benefits.

Data privacy concerns and regulations pose challenges for managing sensitive information.

Differentiation

Ben combines SaaS platform with per-employee Mastercards for personalized benefits.

The Ben Card offers access to hundreds of additional benefit options.

Ben's platform integrates with existing HR tools for seamless benefits management.

Upsides

Ben raised $16 million to enhance its software and payments technology.

Increased demand for flexible benefits platforms due to remote work trends.

Growing interest in financial wellness programs as part of employee benefits.

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