Senior Security Operations Engineer

Accountabilities:

You will provide technical and operational leadership across security operations while helping evolve security platforms, processes, and capabilities.

• Lead and contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a Security Operations Center.
• Monitor security environments, identify threats, investigate incidents, and drive remediation efforts.
• Design and develop security software, tools, and platforms that improve detection, response, and operational efficiency.
• Assess existing security controls and identify opportunities to strengthen the overall security posture.
• Deploy, maintain, automate, and improve security technologies using engineering and reliability practices.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to early-career Security Operations engineers.
• Plan and deliver security initiatives within an agile engineering environment.
• Contribute to open source security projects and the wider security community.
• Share expertise through technical blog posts, whitepapers, conference presentations, and threat intelligence initiatives.

Requirements:

You should bring substantial experience across cybersecurity and engineering, with the ability to operate effectively in complex security environments and contribute independently to high-impact initiatives.

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Professional experience in cybersecurity, preferably within or leading a Security Operations Center.
• Strong professional engineering experience alongside hands-on security expertise.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, STEM, or a compelling alternative professional or academic background.
• Strong academic performance and a demonstrated history of significant professional achievement.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
• Working knowledge of Git, GitOps, Infrastructure-as-Code, and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and technical leadership skills.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to open source security projects and sharing knowledge with the broader community.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST CSF, CIS Critical Security Controls, and ISO 27001 is valued.
• Knowledge of security architecture and modern security tools is advantageous.
• Hands-on experience in offensive or defensive security teams, advanced persistent threats, or complex security operations is a plus.
• Experience with additional programming languages, particularly Golang, is beneficial.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on geographical location, experience, and performance.
• Performance-driven annual bonus.
• Fully distributed, remote-first work environment.
• In-person team sprints and company events approximately 2–4 times per year.
• USD 2,000 annual personal learning and development budget.
• Annual compensation reviews.
• Recognition and performance rewards.
• Annual holiday leave.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities to travel internationally and meet colleagues in different locations.
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for eligible long-haul company events.
• Opportunities to contribute to open source projects and participate in industry conferences and technical communities.