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Lead Security Engineer

L7

dmcg globalBrooklyn, NY19 days ago

Occupations

Information Security EngineersInformation Security AnalystsSecurity Management Specialists

Industries

Computer Systems Design ServicesCustom Computer Programming ServicesSoftware Publishers
A fast-growing cybersecurity company is looking for a hands-on Lead Security Engineer to take ownership of its internal security as the business continues to scale. The company has strong financial backing and is growing quickly. Customer feedback has been exceptional, with customers and prospects telling the team it’s the best cybersecurity product they’ve seen. The role offers top-of-market compensation and equity.
The role: You’ll build and run the company’s internal security programme, working closely with leadership, engineering and its IT provider. It’s a senior individual contributor position with broad ownership, not a people-management role. You’ll be responsible for:
  • Identity and access, including SSO, MFA, conditional access and privileged access
  • Endpoint, email, cloud, network and SaaS security
  • Vulnerability management, patching and endpoint hardening
  • Internal incident response, from investigation through to follow-upSOC 2 and ISO 27001 work, including audit preparation and evidence
  • Security policies, awareness training and vendor risk
  • The security of workplace systems and the company’s IT environment
  • What they’re looking for
  • At least five years’ hands-on experience in security engineering, IT security or corporate securityExperience owning security controls or programmes in a software or technology business
  • Strong practical experience in identity, endpoint, cloud or SaaS securityExperience with SOC 2 or ISO 27001 audits
  • Experience handling internal security incidents
  • Someone comfortable working independently and communicating with both technical and non-technical teams
This is a chance to take real ownership, build the programme and grow with the business as its security needs expand. Must be based in New York or be willing to be in New York with current US work rights. Hit Apply now, or message me for a confidential chat.
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Level

ManagerL7

Location

Brooklyn, NY

Occupation

Information Security Engineers

Industry

Computer Systems Design Services

Posted

19 days ago

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