Senior Security Engineer

Ankorstore; Germany (OH); Remote; USD 81,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail technology company is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to enhance its platform's security. You'll work remotely in Germany, securing cloud environments and acting as an internal consultant for the company. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in security, strong knowledge of cloud security, and excellent problem-solving skills. This role offers a chance to revolutionize the retail industry through technology.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Security, with 3 years in cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of Cloud Security with a focus on GCP.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• In-depth knowledge of incident response protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Secure cloud-based environments and infrastructure.
• Develop comprehensive security strategies to protect digital assets.
• Ensure rapid response to security incidents.
• Optimize security processes in cloud environments.

Skills

Cloud Security

Incident Response

Problem-solving

Threat Hunting

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Kubernetes

Terraform

Docker

Security Command Center

Crowdstrike

Job description

About us

Ankorstore is on a mission to rewild retail!

With decades of experience in retail and building marketplaces, in 2019 the Ankorstore founding team knew it was time to create a global wholesale solution – one that swings the balance in favour of independents and restores retail to its natural order!

They’ve created a new ecosystem that harnesses the power of modern technology to create a mutually beneficial community that reinvents the way brands and retailers work together. As a result, wild independents can thrive.

The Platform Squad within the Tech Department is integral to Ankorstore's commitment to revolutionizing the retail industry through technology.

Senior Cloud Security Engineer

As a Senior Cloud Security Engineer, you will be at the heart of our operations, working with cutting-edge technologies to enhance our platform's reliability, efficiency, and scalability.

Our team is a cross-functional group that supports every team at Ankorstore, acting as internal consultants and delivering customized solutions that impact the entire company.

Main responsibilities

• Cloud Security Expertise: As a critical member of the platform team, you will bring specialized knowledge in cloud security. Your expertise in securing cloud-based environments and infrastructure is essential for the protection and management of Ankorstore’s digital assets hosted in the cloud. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures tailored to cloud computing, ensuring the security and integrity of data and services in a dynamic cloud landscape.

• Enhancing Security and Risk Management: The role is pivotal in safeguarding Ankorstore’s digital assets and infrastructure. By developing comprehensive security strategies, you'll protect the company from cyber threats and vulnerabilities, particularly in cloud-based operations. This position is crucial in managing risks and maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information.

• Ensuring Business Continuity: In a cloud-centric environment, you will ensure rapid response to security incidents, minimizing operational disruptions. Your expertise in cloud-based threat detection and mitigation is vital in swiftly resolving issues, thereby maintaining Ankorstore's reputation for reliability and trustworthiness.

• Optimizing Security Processes in Cloud Environments: Collaborating closely with the platform team, the Senior Security Engineer will be instrumental in assessing and enhancing the company’s cloud security architecture and protocols. You will identify gaps, recommend improvements, and implement state-of-the-art practices in cloud cybersecurity, ensuring continuous advancement of Ankorstore’s security posture in alignment with industry standards and compliance requirements.

Ankorstore technical environment

Operating Systems: Windows, MacOS and Linux

Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP

Languages: Go, Python

Stack: Kubernetes, Istio, Flux, Terraform, Docker

Cloud Providers: Google Cloud Platform

Monitoring technologies: Prometheus, Grafana

Security Tools: Security Command Center, Cloud Armor, Falco, Open Policy Agent/Gatekeeper, Crowdstrike, YARA

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Security. At least 3 years of experience in Security Operations/Incident Response within cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of Cloud Security with a focus on GCP, as well as securing container-based workloads in Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code and capable of maintaining cloud resources.
• Basic forensics on Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
• Familiarity with common EDR technologies and IOC collection.
• Experience in threat hunting.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly and efficiently, while working under pressure.
• In-depth knowledge of incident response protocols and procedures, including experience in handling security breaches, conducting post-incident analyses, and implementing remediation strategies. Ability to lead and coordinate incident response efforts in cloud-based environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues, and to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• A positive, can-do attitude, with a strong commitment to delivering the highest level of customer satisfaction and a willingness to go the extra mile to meet clients' needs.
• The ability to adapt to new technologies, processes, and procedures, as well as to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

Location : Germany. We are a remote-friendly company, and you will have a full remote contract in Germany.

Learning more about Ankorstore

• Look around and visit our website, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Youtube and Welcome to the Jungle
• Read about us in the media: How to build a 2 billion unicorn in under 3 years, Rewild Retail, Ankorstore is shaping the shopping of the future, Mary Portas & Ankorstore

Ankorstore is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to promoting diversity. We don’t discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.