Staff Security Engineer - Secure the Future of Inclusive Finance
Credit Genie is a mobile-first financial wellness platform on a mission to empower individuals to take control of their financial future. We're leveraging cutting-edge AI to deliver personalized insights and building a comprehensive financial ecosystem. We provide tools and services that offer instant access to cash and build credit, all aimed at helping our customers achieve long-term financial stability.
Founded in 2019 by Ed Harycki, former founder of Swift Capital (acquired by PayPal in 2017), and backed by Khosla Ventures, Credit Genie is led by industry veterans from PayPal, Square, and Cash App. We're poised to revolutionize inclusive finance with technology and a customer-first approach.
Ready to architect, build, and defend a financial platform that impacts lives? Join us!
The Opportunity
We're seeking a talented and driven Staff Security Engineer to spearhead the design, implementation, and management of our security infrastructure and policies. This is a high-impact role where you'll collaborate closely with engineering, compliance, and operations teams to ensure Credit Genie's systems are secure, resilient, and compliant with industry best practices. Think strategically, build meticulously, and defend relentlessly.
*This role offers remote flexibility with occasional travel.
What You'll Do
Design and implement next-generation security tools, ensuring operational excellence and adherence to stringent SLAs.
Proactively monitor our environment and champion continuous improvement to strengthen our overall security posture.
Drive security innovation by automating processes and developing advanced methods for threat analysis and response.
Maintain and refine custom cloud security baselines, crafting and implementing cloud security policies and detection rules.
Build robust security controls to detect, prevent, and remediate cloud vulnerabilities.
Collaborate seamlessly with engineering teams, embedding security into solution design and deployment from the ground up (DevSecOps).
Lead threat modeling exercises, conduct vulnerability assessments, and execute penetration tests to proactively identify and mitigate security risks.
Monitor security logs and alerts to detect anomalies and orchestrate effective incident investigations.
Develop and maintain comprehensive incident response plans, ensuring rapid detection, analysis, and mitigation of security threats.
What You'll Bring
BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, a related scientific field, or equivalent professional experience.
A passion for advocating for and implementing scalable solutions to complex security challenges in a multi-cloud environment.
A proactive mindset: You don't just identify security issues; you actively contribute to implementing solutions and resolving systemic problems.
Proven experience in Development Operations, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Security Architecture, Cloud Security, or Offensive Security.
Fluency in one or more modern coding languages (Python, Go, Java, JavaScript, etc.).
Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible, etc.).
Experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, and/or containerization technologies (e.g., Kubernetes).
The ability to thrive both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Benefits and Perks - Invest in Yourself!
We're committed to providing a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks designed to promote financial, mental, and physical well-being.
We believe in the power of in-person collaboration while also recognizing the importance of flexibility. We aim for five days a week in the office to foster a strong company culture. However, we are supportive when circumstances arise that require remote work or adjusted schedules.
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, starting on day one.
Monthly fitness reimbursement (up to $100) or a full membership to LifeTime Fitness.
401(k) with a 2.5% match and immediate vesting.
Delicious and convenient meal program for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Comprehensive life and accidental insurance coverage.
Flexible PTO to recharge and pursue your passions.
Your actual compensation package will be tailored to your unique qualifications, including job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our comprehensive rewards program, which also includes bonus and equity opportunities. We also provide comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and flexible PTO along with many other benefits and perks.
Credit Genie is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe in celebrating differences and creating an environment where everyone feels supported, connected, and inspired to do their best work. If you require any accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know when we contact you to schedule an interview.