Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Felix Pago Partnership; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cross-border payment industry is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to safeguard user data and ensure platform integrity. The role involves designing and implementing cybersecurity measures in Google Cloud, managing firewalls, and collaborating with development teams to enhance application security.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Initial stock options grant

Annual performance bonus

Health, dental, and vision plans

Unlimited PTO

Paid parental leave

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain network & web applications firewalls.
• Implement security protocols and manage EDRs across network infrastructure.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments to identify security weaknesses.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

Google Cloud (GCP)

SIEM

IDS/IPS

WAF - Cloud Armor

SentinelOne

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About Us

Félix is a chat-based platform that enables Latinos in the US to send money home, pioneering remittance services via WhatsApp. We combine Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence to disrupt how remittances are done today and build the future of cross-border payments.

By joining Felix you will be part of the most innovative company in the cross-border payment industry. We recently received investment from top VCs from Silicon Valley, Europe, and Latam, as well as we won Blockchain and AI innovation and application awards at the Wharton Business School. In 2024, Félix was one of the 12 companies selected as “Endeavour Entrepreneur” by its global network, and also a recipient of the CrossTech Fintech Startups Award. You will be joining the journey to build the financial platform and become a companion for the Latino community in the United States!

We're obsessed with our customers, and we're building a product that truly empowers them. We are a team of extremely talented high performers, loyal to each other, and committed to providing a magical experience to all our users. We're all owners, driven by a shared vision to create sustainable value. We move with urgency and focus, always striving for excellence and exceeding expectations.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Google Cloud Security Engineer to work alongside Damian Finol, our Head of DevSecOps. You will play a critical role in safeguarding our users' data and ensuring the integrity of our platform. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust cybersecurity measures to protect our infrastructure against cyber threats.

Responsibilities

• Firewall Management: Configure and maintain network & web applications firewalls to control inbound and outbound traffic, protecting our systems from unauthorized access in Google Cloud (GCP).
• Networking Security: Implement security protocols, and manage EDRs (SentinelOne) and best practices across our network infrastructure to mitigate risks and vulnerabilities.
• Alerting and Monitoring: Develop and oversee effective monitoring systems in Google Cloud (GCP) to detect and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Email Security: Implement measures to protect our email infrastructure from phishing attacks, spam, and other email-borne threats.
• Identity and Access Management (IAM): Help us manage user roles, permissions, and access controls in Google Cloud (GCP) to ensure that only authorized individuals have access to sensitive data and to execute sensitive commands.
• Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments to identify and proactively address security weaknesses in our systems and applications.
• Application Security: Collaborate with development teams to ensure that security is built into our applications from the outset, following secure coding practices and implementing security controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or a similar role
• Highly Preferred: Professional in Google Cloud (GCP) Cloud Security Engineer certification from
• Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols, and technologies
• Proficiency in network and web application (WAF - Cloud Armor) firewall administration and configuration in Google Cloud (GCP)
• Experience with security monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS)
• Knowledge of vulnerability management and penetration testing methodologies
• Familiarity with IAM concepts and best practices in Google Cloud (GCP)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Initial stock options grant
• Annual performance bonus
• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Remote work environment, although we have offices in Miami and México City and would love to work in hybrid model if you are up to it.
• Continuous learning opportunities
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Empowering opportunities for growth in a dynamic entrepreneurial environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology

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