Security Engineer

Kredete; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kredete, a fintech building modern cross-border financial infrastructure, is looking for a seasoned Security Engineer to safeguard our digital assets and cloud and on-prem environments. You will proactively hunt for vulnerabilities, respond rapidly to incidents, and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems.

Join a fast-moving, product-driven team with global reach and a culture of ownership, curiosity, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on cybersecurity experience in Security Engineer, SOC Analyst, or Network Security Administrator roles.
• Proven experience with core security tools: Palo Alto/Fortinet firewalls, Splunk/Elastic/SentinelOne.
• Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs) and cloud security on AWS or Azure.
• Strong incident response, threat hunting, and vulnerability management lifecycle.
• Ability to clearly communicate security concepts to technical and non-technical colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Defend & Monitor: continuously monitor security alerts from SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and other systems to detect and investigate malicious activity.
• Respond & Recover: lead incident response including containment, eradication, and forensics to identify root cause and prevent recurrence.
• Identify Weaknesses: perform vulnerability assessments and penetration tests across networks, apps, and cloud environments.
• Harden Defenses: configure and manage security infrastructure including firewalls, WAF, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Automate Security: develop scripts to automate repetitive security tasks and improve efficiency.
• Enforce Policy: implement and enforce IT security policies and compliance with standards like ISO 27001.
• Promote Awareness: contribute to security training and awareness initiatives.

Skills

Security engineering

Incident response

Vulnerability assessments

Penetration testing

Cloud security

Network security

Technical communication

Education

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

Tools

Palo Alto Firewalls

Fortinet Firewalls

Splunk SIEM

Elastic SIEM

CrowdStrike EDR

SentinelOne EDR

Job description

Kredete is a financial technology company building modern financial infrastructure for global money movement. We help businesses and individuals move money instantly across borders, and access financial products designed for a globally connected world.

Powered by stablecoins and modern payment systems, Kredete enables faster, more affordable, and more accessible cross-border transactions across 60+ countries. Our mission is to transform global finance by building secure, scalable, and customer-centric financial solutions for individuals and businesses.

We’ve built a product customers love and a business that is scaling rapidly. Kredete operates across New York, Lagos, London and Riga, and is backed by world-class investors. As we expand into new markets and product lines, we are building the next generation of cross-border financial infrastructure.

At Kredete, you’ll join a company in motion—ambitious, profitable, fast-moving, and deeply product-driven—where impact is visible, execution matters, and growth is underway. We value ownership, speed, curiosity, operational excellence, and people who thrive in high-accountability environments.

About The Role

• We are seeking a seasoned Security Engineer to safeguard our critical digital assets and infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. In this role, you will be the frontline defender, responsible for implementing robust security measures, proactively hunting for vulnerabilities, and rapidly responding to security incidents to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our systems.

What You'll Do

• Defend & Monitor: Continuously monitor security alerts from our SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and other security systems to detect and investigate malicious activity.
• Respond & Recover: Lead the response to security incidents, performing containment, eradication, and forensic analysis to identify root cause and prevent recurrence.
• Identify Weaknesses: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on our networks, applications, and cloud environments to find security gaps before attackers do.
• Harden Defenses: Configure, manage, and optimize our security infrastructure, including firewalls, WAF (Web Application Firewall), IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection tools.
• Automate Security: Develop scripts (e.g., in Python, Bash, or PowerShell) to automate repetitive security tasks and improve our operational efficiency.
• Enforce Policy: Help implement and enforce IT security policies and controls, ensuring compliance with relevant standards like ISO 27001 or the NDPA.
• Promote Awareness: Contribute to company-wide security training initiatives to foster a strong culture of security awareness.

Qualifications

• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• You have 3-5 years of hands-on experience in a cybersecurity role such as Security Engineer, SOC Analyst, or Network Security Administrator.
• You possess proven, practical experience with:
• Core security tools: Firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet), SIEM (Splunk, Elastic, Sentinel), and EDR (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne).
• Networking fundamentals: Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, and network segmentation.
• Cloud security: Hands-on experience securing cloud platforms, preferably AWS or Azure.
• Operating Systems: Strong administration skills for both Windows and Linux environments.
• You have a strong grasp of common cyber threats, attack vectors, and vulnerability management lifecycles.
• You are a proactive problem-solver with excellent analytical skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure during incidents.
• You can communicate complex security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical colleagues.

Nice To Have

• Professional cybersecurity certifications such as CEH, CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or CISSP (Associate).
• Experience with scripting for automation using Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Knowledge of securing containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience participating in internal or external security audits.
• A passion for continuous learning and staying updated with the latest security trends and threats.

Why Join Kredete

• Opportunity to help shape the future of cross-border financial infrastructure
• High-impact role with direct visibility into company growth and strategy
• Small, high-performing teams with strong ownership and autonomy.
• Fast execution environment with meaningful career growth opportunities
• Exposure to global markets, fintech innovation, and emerging payment systems
• Collaborative and mission-driven culture focused on building products customers genuinely love.