Security Engineer at Alarm.com

Tysons, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • B.A. or B.S. in Computer Science or a similar engineering program, or equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years of Cloud Information Security experience, with a focus on public cloud providers such as AWS, GCP, and Azure
  • AWS Security, CISSP, CISA, OSCP or other information security certification (preferred)
  • Experience or familiarity with cloud security or engineering in public cloud providers AWS, GCP, and Azure
  • Familiarity with cloud security platforms like CNAPP, CSPM, CWPP, CASB, CIEM, and the Wiz tool (beneficial)

Responsibilities

  • Assist in evaluating, reviewing, and deploying cloud native security tools in AWS and Azure
  • Support in monitoring, configuring rules, and enforcement using cloud security platforms such as CNAPP, CSPM, CWPP, CASB and CIEM
  • Assist in utilizing the Wiz tool for cloud security posture management, including configuration analysis, vulnerability detection, and compliance monitoring
  • Support in selecting and acquiring additional security solutions or enhancements to existing security solutions to improve overall enterprise security
  • Assist in determining, monitoring, and maintaining our security posture, in collaboration with the Engineering team
  • Support in overseeing and managing the deployment, integration, and configuration of security solutions and any enhancements to existing security solutions and the enterprise’s security documents
  • Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to integrate security into all phases of the software development lifecycle
  • Assist in developing and maintaining threat models for cloud environments and help train engineering teams to develop attacker/risk-driven design skills
  • Actively partner with infrastructure, application, and other stakeholders to ensure deployed solutions minimize security and privacy risks
  • Assist in recommending actions/practices to management to ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements in decision-making processes
  • Suggest actions to mitigate risk in any activity that potentially impacts the security of existing IT and information management
  • Assist in crafting responses to client and partner security questionnaires
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

AWS
GCP
Azure
CNAPP
CSPM
CWPP
CASB
CIEM
Wiz

Alarm.com

Integrated smart security solutions for businesses

About Alarm.com

Alarm.com offers smart security solutions for small to medium-sized businesses, integrating security, lighting, locks, video surveillance, and energy management into one app. This allows businesses to efficiently monitor and control their premises, benefiting from features like video monitoring and energy-saving smart thermostats. The company partners with authorized service providers to sell and install their systems, which come with low upfront costs and ongoing service fees. Alarm.com aims to provide comprehensive security management that helps businesses operate more effectively.

Tysons, VirginiaHeadquarters
2000Year Founded
$158.6MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Energy, Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Wellness Program
Pet Insurance
Educational Assistance Program
Company Equity

Risks

DIY home security systems could impact Alarm.com's market share.
Standalone security devices may attract customers away from ongoing service fees.
False alarms in security systems could affect customer satisfaction and retention.

Differentiation

Alarm.com integrates security, lighting, and energy management into a single app.
Their AI Deterrence technology offers advanced security features for tech-savvy customers.
They provide a cost-effective solution with low upfront costs and recurring service fees.

Upsides

The DIY home security market is projected to grow significantly by 2028.
32% of US households have a paid security service, offering market expansion opportunities.
Increased adoption of bundled services can boost customer acquisition and retention.

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