Lead Security Engineer (Kubernetes) - Remote work | REF#301484

BairesDev; Chile; A distancia; CLP 109.689.000 - 164.534.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

100% remote

Competitive USD compensation

Hardware provided

Flexible hours

Paid parental leave

Generous vacations

Global team culture

Mentorship & growth

Descripción de la vacante

BairesDev is looking for a Lead Security Engineer (Kubernetes) to direct security architecture and steer technical strategy for containerized cloud environments. You will guide engineering teams toward secure infrastructure designs and drive compliance across multi-cluster setups.

Join a fully remote role offering 100% remote work, flexible hours, and excellent USD compensation. You will mentor engineers, shape security policy, and collaborate with our global Top 1% talent pool to deliver

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in Security Engineering or related field.
• Proven expertise in Kubernetes security and IaC.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the security accreditation architecture and define the technical direction for highly secure cloud environments.
• Design, implement, and maintain security controls and policies for container orchestration platforms and infrastructure code.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and security awareness.
• Drive cross-functional compliance and governance initiatives to meet stringent industry standards.
• Automate security verification and integration processes within the deployment lifecycle to ensure continuous compliance.

Conocimientos

Kubernetes security

Infrastructure as Code

AWS

EKS

CI/CD tooling

Security architecture leadership

Mentoring engineers

English proficiency

Herramientas

Terraform

Helm

GitLab

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Descripción del empleo

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Lead Security Engineer (Kubernetes) at BairesDev

As a Lead Security Engineer (Kubernetes), you will direct the security architecture and technical strategy for our containerized cloud environments. You will play a pivotal role in establishing robust protection frameworks and driving compliance standards across multi-cluster systems while guiding engineering teams toward secure infrastructure designs.

What You'll Do

• Lead the security accreditation architecture and define the technical direction for highly secure cloud environments.
• Design, implement, and maintain security controls and policies for container orchestration platforms and infrastructure code.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and security awareness.
• Drive cross-functional compliance and governance initiatives to meet stringent industry and regulatory standards.
• Automate security verification and integration processes within the deployment lifecycle to ensure continuous compliance.

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in Security Engineering, Cloud Security, or a related field.
• Proven expertise in Kubernetes security and Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or Helm.
• Solid experience with AWS, EKS, and CI/CD automation tools like GitLab, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.
• Experience leading security accreditation architecture, mentoring engineers, and driving compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!

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