Job description 

What you will do (or learn to do)

• Design, build, and launch robust security solutions that enhance the security posture of Eightfold's production infrastructure, ensuring a secure environment for both Eightfold applications and data.
• Act as a technical authority on security, providing expertise and guidance on security topics to internal teams, prospects, and customers.
• Collaborate with prospects and customers on security assessments, ensuring their security concerns are addressed.
• Engage with auditors to demonstrate the security measures in place and work on continuous improvement of the infrastructure security.
• Partner with product engineering teams to foster a culture of security awareness and ensure the secure development of software across the board.

What you should already know

• Solid engineering fundamentals with a hands-on approach to tackling issues.
• 3-8 years of experience writing secure and scalable code.
• Comprehensive systems knowledge encompassing networking, compute, and storage concepts.
• Proficiency in cloud technologies such as AWS, and experience building SaaS applications.
• Passion for security topics and understanding how it can drive business growth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Familiarity with recognized security frameworks and standards such as NIST, CIS benchmarks, and DISA STIG.

Good to have

• Certifications like OSCP, or equivalent are beneficial but not mandatory.
• Experience with security monitoring tools, incident response protocols, and forensic analysis.
• Knowledge of threat modeling and risk assessment techniques.
• Previous experience in conducting internal and external penetration testing.
• Familiarity with legal and regulatory compliance including GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, or similar.
• Active involvement in the security community, such as publications, open-source projects, or speaking engagements at security conferences.