[Hiring] Security Architect @GeneDX

GeneDX; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 131.000 - 165.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading healthcare technology company is seeking a remote Security Architect to design and implement secure cloud architectures. You will ensure compliance with regulations like HIPAA and drive security integration in the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, specifically in security architecture. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Leistungen

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with 3+ years in security architecture.
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements like HIPAA and PCI.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps practices and security integration.

Aufgaben

• Design and implement secure cloud architectures and controls.
• Lead adoption of secure SDLC practices across development teams.
• Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines.

Kenntnisse

Cloud security principles

Secure application design

Risk management

Threat modeling

Compliance with healthcare regulations

DevOps practices

Infrastructure as code security

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Oracle

CrowdStrike

Terraform

Jobbeschreibung

Aug 13, 2025 - GeneDX is hiring a remote Security Architect. Salary: $153,053 - $191,317 usd. Location: USA.

JOB SUMMARY

In this role, you will design, build, and maintain a secure enterprise architecture, with a strong focus on embedding security throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). You will bring deep expertise in cloud security principles, secure application design, secure coding, and risk management across modern cloud-native environments. Collaborating closely with IT, Engineering, Product, and Compliance teams, you will ensure that security is seamlessly integrated into every phase of our development and deployment processes. Reporting directly by the SVP, Head of Information Security, you will play a key role in advancing a robust cybersecurity program that enables GeneDx to innovate securely and scale confidently in the cloud.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Design and implement secure cloud architectures and controls (AWS, Azure, Oracle) tailored to healthcare applications and data,
2. Lead the adoption of secure SDLC practices across software development teams, ensuring security is embedded throughout the development lifecycle.
3. Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines by collaborating with DevOps and engineering teams
4. Deploy and manage DAST tools to detect and remediate runtime vulnerabilities in web and API-based applications.
5. Establish and promote secure coding standards aligned with OWASP and industry best practices.
6. Conduct threat modeling and security risk assessments for new features, platforms, and system architectures.
7. Ensure compliance with healthcare and other regulations such as HIPAA, HITRUST, SOX, and PCI.
8. Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
9. Provide expert security input during engineering, IT infrastructure, and application design reviews.
10. Identify and address threats and attack vectors, including XSS, SQL injection, session hijacking, and social engineering.
11. Configure and optimize SIEM tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Azure Sentinel) to enhance log analysis, threat detection, and incident response capabilities.
12. Design and implement robust cloud security measures, including identity and access management, encryption, and network security.
13. Lead or support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing for web applications and cloud infrastructure.

EDUCATION/TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field.

EXPERIENCE

• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with 3+ years focused on security architecture and securing clouds.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA, PCI, HITRUST, SOX, SOC2 and other compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in cloud security frameworks (e.g., CSA CCM, NIST 800-53, CIS Benchmarks).
• Strong experience with one of the following AWS/Azure/Oracle.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) security (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Working knowledge of CrowdStrike and Veracode.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps practices and security integration into CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with container security (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker) and serverless security.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certifications such asCCSP,CISSP,AWS Certified Security Specialty are preferred.

#LI-REMOTE

Pay Transparency, Budgeted Range

$153,053—$191,317 USD

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Science - Minded, Patient - Focused.

At GeneDx, we create, follow, and are informed by cutting-edge science. With over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing rare disorders and diseases, and pioneering work in the identification of new disease-causing genes, our commitment to genetic disease detection, discovery, and diagnosis is based on sound science and is focused on enhancing patient care.

Experts in what matters most.

With hundreds of genetic counselors, MD/PhD scientists, and clinical and molecular genomics specialists on staff, we are the industry’s genetic testing experts and proud of it. We share the same goal as healthcare providers, patients, and families: to provide clear, accurate, and meaningful answers we all can trust.

SEQUENCING HAS THE POWER TO SOLVE DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES.

From sequencing to reporting and beyond, our technical and clinical experts are providing guidance every step of the way:

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• High-quality testing:Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited and most of our tests are also New York State approved.
• Advanced detection:By interrogating genes for complex variants, we can identify the underlying causes of conditions that may otherwise be missed.

CLINICAL EXPERTISE

• Thorough analysis:We classify variants according to our custom adaptation of the most recent guidelines. We then leverage our rich internal database for additional interpretation evidence.
• Customized care:Our experts review all test results and write reports in a clear, concise, and personalized way. We also include information for research studies in specific clinical situations.
• Impactful discovery:Our researchers continue working to find answers even after testing is complete. Through both internal research efforts and global collaborations, we have identified and published hundreds of new disease-gene relationships and developed novel tools for genomic data analysis. These efforts ultimately deliver more diagnostic findings to individuals.

Learn more About Us here.

Our Culture

At GeneDx, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive. We believe in the power of community and collaboration, where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every voice contributes to our shared success. Our team is a vibrant mix of professionals who challenge and support each other in equal measure, fostering growth both personally and professionally. When you join us, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a movement. A movement that champions curiosity, embraces change, and believes in making an impact, one patient at a time. Cultural principles we live by:

• Be bold in our vision & brave in our execution.
• Communicate directly, with empathy.
• Do what we say we're going to do.
• Be adaptable to change.
• Operate with a bias for action.

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Voluntary benefits

GeneDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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