Security Engineer at Mercury

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AI, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Strong knowledge of security principles, tools, and best practices
Experience with SIEMs, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and vulnerability scanning
Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Solid understanding of encryption, authentication, and authorization systems
Proven track record of securing distributed, high-scale environments
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Ability to balance security rigor with business speed in a hyper-growth environment

Responsibilities

Designing and implementing security controls across infrastructure, applications, and networks
Monitoring for vulnerabilities, threats, and suspicious activity
Performing penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and incident response
Embedding security practices into CI/CD pipelines and development workflows
Ensuring compliance with frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, and GDPR
Partnering with engineers to ensure security is a first-class part of system design
Researching emerging threats and implementing countermeasures proactively

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SIEMIDS/IPSFirewallsVulnerability ScanningAWSGCPAzurePenetration TestingVulnerability AssessmentsIncident ResponseCI/CDSOC 2ISO 27001GDPR

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this Security Engineer role remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position.

What salary or compensation does Mercor offer for the Security Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Security Engineer position?

Required skills include strong knowledge of security principles and tools, experience with SIEMs, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and vulnerability scanning, familiarity with cloud security (AWS, GCP, or Azure), understanding of encryption, authentication, and authorization, and a proven track record in securing distributed high-scale environments.

What is the work environment like at Mercor?

Mercor is a small, profitable team in a hyper-growth environment with fast week-over-week revenue increases, emphasizing the ability to balance security with business speed without slowing innovation.

What makes a strong candidate for this Security Engineer role?

Strong candidates thrive in fast-moving environments, can anticipate risks proactively, have a proven track record in high-scale security, and possess strong collaboration and communication skills.

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$146.8MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees