Senior Security Engineer at Sysdig

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cloud Security, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on security engineering and secure software development
Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, Java, Go etc.) and experience writing secure code
Expertise in securing cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, and Azure, including identity and access management (IAM), security groups, encryption, and network configuration
Experience with security event monitoring, log analysis, and using SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools
Knowledge of security protocols, encryption algorithms, and authentication/authorization mechanisms
Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to all kinds of audiences
Experience with application security, network security, and cloud security

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of security systems and tools
Collaborate with different teams to integrate security practices into the development lifecycle
Build automation scripts and security tools to improve security efficiency
Review code and architecture for security weaknesses and vulnerabilities, providing recommendations for improvement
Manage and improve security monitoring and incident response within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment
Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, tools, and best practices
Manage security for cloud-based infrastructures, ensuring best practices for AWS, GCP, and Azure are followed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PythonJavaGoAWSGCPAzureSecure CodingCloud SecurityIncident ResponseSOCAutomation ScriptingCode Review

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Senior Security Engineer position?

The U.S. annual compensation range for this full-time position is between $143,000 and $179,000 USD per year. Actual offers may vary based on various factors.

What benefits are offered to employees at Sysdig?

Benefits include extra days off for well-being, 401(k) with 3% company match, maternity and parental leave, mental health support via Modern Health app, and full health benefits for you and your family.

What are the required skills for this Senior Security Engineer role?

Candidates need 5+ years in cybersecurity focused on security engineering and secure software development, proficiency in at least one programming language like Python, Java, or Go, expertise in securing AWS, GCP, and Azure, experience with SIEM tools and log analysis, and knowledge of security protocols and encryption.

What is the work arrangement or location policy for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does Sysdig look for in a strong candidate for this position?

Sysdig seeks candidates with passion to dig deeper, desire to challenge convention, curiosity to build better, strong communication skills to explain complex concepts, and experience in application, network, and cloud security.

Sysdig

Cloud-native security and monitoring solutions

About Sysdig

Sysdig provides security and monitoring solutions specifically designed for cloud-native environments, such as applications running in containers and Kubernetes. Their main products, Sysdig Secure and Sysdig Monitor, help organizations manage security risks, ensure compliance, and maintain the performance of their applications. Clients subscribe to their services on a monthly or annual basis, which allows them to access various tiers of features tailored to their needs, from basic monitoring to advanced incident resolution. Sysdig differentiates itself by focusing exclusively on cloud-native security, catering to a wide range of industries including technology, finance, healthcare, and government. The company's goal is to empower organizations to secure and optimize their applications in complex IT environments, supporting their growth and stability.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$709.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_GCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries

501-1,000Employees