Security Engineer at Modal

New York, New York, United States

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$150,000 – $270,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI, Cloud ComputingIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years building and operating security controls or tooling in production systems (ideally at a cloud/SaaS or developer platform)
  • Proficiency in at least one of: Python, Go, or Rust
  • Strong fundamentals in systems and networking
  • Experience with modern cloud security: IAM design, VPC/networking, container security, Kubernetes
  • Depth in at least two security domains (e.g., AppSec, CloudSec, Detection & Response, Identity Management, GRC or Offensive Security)
  • Comfortable owning the full lifecycle: threat modeling, secure design reviews, code/infra reviews, vulnerability management, and partnering with engineers to land fixes
  • Clear communication, product sense, and high empathy for developer productivity
  • Ability to work in-person in our NYC office

Responsibilities

  • Building, operating and securing Modal’s low-level systems and infrastructure
  • Close partnership with engineering to drive projects across AppSec, CloudSec, Detection and Response, and Compliance

Skills

Python
Go
Rust
Kubernetes
IAM
VPC
Container Security
Networking
Systems
AppSec
CloudSec
Threat Modeling
Vulnerability Management

Modal

Employee training and skill development platform

About Modal

Modal Learning focuses on improving employee performance through skill development for businesses. Their main product, the Modal Mastery Platform, uses active learning techniques, including live cohort sessions, labs, and one-on-one coaching, to help employees engage with the material effectively. Unlike competitors, Modal Learning offers a subscription model that provides structured eight-week training programs, aligning skill development with organizational goals. The company's goal is to empower employees and help organizations retain talent by providing clear career development paths.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$30.8MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Consulting, EducationIndustries
51-200Employees

Risks

Competition from established players and emerging startups could dilute Modal's market share.
Focus on data and AI may limit appeal to companies seeking broader skill development.
Economic downturns could reduce corporate spending on employee training, impacting revenue.

Differentiation

Modal offers personalized technical skills training with on-demand coaching.
The platform uses cohort-based learning to enhance engagement and retention.
Modal's strategic skills planning aligns training with business goals.

Upsides

Increased demand for personalized learning experiences boosts Modal's market potential.
Growing emphasis on data and AI skills aligns with Modal's course offerings.
Subscription model provides steady revenue and predictable growth for Modal.

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