Senior Security Engineer, Detection and Response

Cape is a company founded by experts in privacy and national security, aiming to create a privacy-centric cellular network. They are looking for a seasoned Security Engineer specializing in detection and response to design and implement security measures that comply with regulatory standards and minimize data security risks.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage robust security controls and policies across the business, enhancing our detection and response capabilities
• Assist in addressing findings from automation and tooling, ensuring prompt and effective response and remediation
• Run and manage detection tooling and automation across the organization
• Stay informed about the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and compliance mandates affecting cloud environments, providing guidance on emerging technologies and security best practices
• Offer expert guidance and mentorship to junior security team members and employees across the company, fostering an organizational culture of security awareness and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate security requirements effectively into IT projects and business initiatives

Requirements:

• Design, implement, and manage robust security controls and policies across the business, enhancing our detection and response capabilities
• Assist in addressing findings from automation and tooling, ensuring prompt and effective response and remediation
• Run and manage detection tooling and automation across the organization
• Stay informed about the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and compliance mandates affecting cloud environments, providing guidance on emerging technologies and security best practices
• Offer expert guidance and mentorship to junior security team members and employees across the company, fostering an organizational culture of security awareness and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate security requirements effectively into IT projects and business initiatives
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience), with advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CISSP, AWS Certified Security Specialty) being advantageous
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years concentrated on detection and response
• Deep understanding of AWS architecture, security services, and best practices for securing cloud applications and data
• Proficiency in using infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation) and in automating security tasks within AWS
• Skilled in scripting languages (Python, TypeScript, Go) for the automation of security tasks and the integration of security tools
• Solid knowledge of network security, encryption technologies, and secure coding practices
• Excellent analytical skills for identifying and mitigating complex security vulnerabilities and risks
• Strong communication and leadership abilities, capable of working collaboratively across teams and effectively conveying technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment