At Sysdig, we believe cloud security isn't a compromise - it's a promise. From the start, our mission has been clear: to help organizations secure innovation in the cloud, the right way.

We created Falco, the open standard for cloud threat detection, and continue to lead the cloud security market with runtime insights, open innovation, and agentic Al. Creators of technology trusted by over 60% of the Fortune 500, Sysdig gives teams the real-time clarity to move fast and defend what matters most.

Culture matters here. We believe diversity fuels stronger ideas, and open dialogue drives sharper decisions. Recognized as a Best Place to Work and one of Deloitte's fastest-growing companies for the past 5 years, we're here to raise the standard for what cloud security and workplace culture should be.

If you have the passion to dig deeper, the desire to challenge convention, and the curiosity to build something better, Sysdig is the right place for you.

What You Will Do

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of security systems, and tools.
Collaborate with different teams to integrate security practices into the development lifecycle.
Build automation scripts and security tools to improve security efficiency.
Review code and architecture for security weaknesses and vulnerabilities, providing recommendations for improvement.
Manage and improve security monitoring and incident response within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, tools, and best practices.
Manage security for cloud-based infrastructures, ensuring best practices for AWS, GCP, and Azure are followed.

What You Will Bring With You

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on security engineering and secure software development.
Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, Java, Go etc.) and experience writing secure code.
Expertise in securing cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, and Azure, including identity and access management (IAM), security groups, encryption, and network configuration.
Experience with security event monitoring, log analysis, and using SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools.
Knowledge of security protocols, encryption algorithms, and authentication/authorization mechanisms.

What We Look For

Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to all kinds of audiences.
Experience with application security, network security, and cloud security.

When You Join Sysdig, You Can Expect

Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% company match
Maternity and Parental Leave
Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
Full health benefits package for you and your family

The U.S. annual compensation range for this full-time position is between $ 143,000 and 179,000 USD/year. Actual offers may be higher or lower than this range based on a variety of factors, including your work location, job-related experience and education.

We would love for you to join us! Please reach out even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.

Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Senior Security Engineer

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