Infrastructure Security Engineer

Pantera Capital; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Short & long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

A leading technology firm in California is seeking a talented Cloud/Infrastructure Security Engineer responsible for designing secure cloud architectures across various platforms, conducting security assessments, and ensuring compliance with best practices. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of experience in cloud security. Compensation ranges from $200,000 to $340,000 USD, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes equity and health coverage.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in cloud security or related roles.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies and security implications.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cloud architectures across multiple platforms.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits of cloud infrastructure.
• Monitor and respond to security events and incidents in cloud environments.

Skills

Cloud security principles

Compliance frameworks

AWS

GCP

Azure

Infrastructure as Code

Python

Bash

Network security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Kubernetes

Job description

About xAI

xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Cloud/Infrastructure Security Engineer to join our security team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud infrastructure and ensuring the integrity of our cloud-native applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement secure cloud architectures across multiple cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates with embedded security controls
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits of cloud infrastructure and services
• Implement and manage cloud security tools and services (e.g., CSPM, CWPP, CASB)
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into CI/CD pipelines
• Monitor and respond to security events and incidents in cloud environments
• Develop and maintain cloud security policies, standards, and procedures
• Stay current with emerging cloud security threats and mitigation strategies

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in cloud security or related roles
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, compliance frameworks, and best practices
• Proficiency in at least one cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and associated security services
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Familiarity with containerization technologies and their security implications
• Knowledge of network security concepts and protocols
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation and tool development

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CCSP, CSSK, AWS Security Specialty)
• Experience with multi-cloud environments and cloud-to-cloud security
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and tools
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS)
• Experience with Kubernetes and container security
• Experience in building custom cloud security tools or integrations
• Interest in leveraging AI for cloud security monitoring and automation
• Contributions to open-source cloud security projects
• Experience with securing AI/ML workloads in cloud environments

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

$200,000 - $340,000 USD

Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at xAI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.

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