Security Engineer (Volunteer)

Solution Community is an international 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to enabling actionable change. As a Security Engineer, you will design and implement robust security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure the integrity of our mission-driven platform.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement secure infrastructure, network defenses, and access controls that safeguard our data and systems from internal and external threats
• Monitor security events, conduct risk assessments, and respond proactively to potential vulnerabilities or incidents to ensure system reliability and confidentiality
• Collaborate with software developers and system architects to integrate security best practices throughout the platform development lifecycle
• Promote a security-first mindset across the organization by providing training, awareness sessions, and actionable recommendations to teams worldwide
• Stay current with evolving cybersecurity threats, compliance standards, and emerging technologies to enhance our digital defenses continually

Requirements:

• Strong background in cybersecurity, systems engineering, or network administration
• At least 5 years of relevant experience designing and managing secure systems
• Ability to identify vulnerabilities before they become problems
• Technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working with cross-functional teams in a global, multicultural environment
• Ability to communicate security concepts clearly and compassionately
• See cybersecurity as trust — protecting people, their data, and the mission they believe in