Security Engineer

Factory is seeking a talented Security Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical role in developing and maintaining the security foundation of our platform. You will conduct in-depth code reviews, implement security best practices, and influence the overall security strategy. Your expertise in TypeScript, Python, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and terraform orchestration will be crucial in identifying and mitigating potential security vulnerabilities.

What you will do and achieve:

• Design, implement, and manage security measures for the protection of our cloud infrastructure, applications, and data, focusing on both preventative controls and rapid response capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with our engineering teams to integrate security practices into the software development lifecycle, including secure coding standards, automated security testing, and secure architecture design.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct security code reviews to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement automated security testing procedures to identify vulnerabilities and risks, recommending and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Respond to security incidents and participate in incident response procedures.
• Document security processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Lead security awareness and training programs, empowering all team members to recognize and prevent potential security threats.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Security Engineer with a focus on product security, with a strong background in securing cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security practices.
• Strong coding skills with proficiency in TypeScript and Python.
• Expertise in various security domains such as application security, network security, security operations, and incident response.
• Experience with container security (Docker Security, Kubernetes Security).
• Familiarity with a wide range of AWS services, including but not limited to VPC, EC2, Lambda, Amazon RDS, and S3.
• In-depth knowledge of CI/CD pipeline tools and practices, ideally with experience in GitHub Actions or Jenkins.
• Knowledgeable in security compliance frameworks and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR) and experience with security assessments and third-party audits.
• Proficiency with security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, WAF, SIEM, and encryption solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence security strategies and drive improvements within a team.
• The team goes into the office 5 days a week in San Francisco (walking distance to Caltrain).
  

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