IT Security Engineer at Stellar Development Foundation
San Francisco, CA
About the Job
Interested in working in cutting-edge blockchain technology companies and creating equitable access to the global financial system? Since 2014, the mission-driven team at the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) has helped fuel the tremendous growth of the Stellar blockchain network, an open-source platform that operates at high-scale today
Recently, the Stellar network saw a significant upgrade in the form of Soroban, a new Smart Contracts platform
Developers and companies around the world are already building on Soroban, and the SDF team is expanding to support the rapidly growing and changing Stellar ecosystem.SDF is looking for an experienced IT Security Engineer who will work closely with partner corporate administration teams as well as engineering to ensure Stellar Development Foundation is secure
You will integrate security requirements using SecOps methodologies throughout your daily work.In this role you will: Lead efforts to design and improve our security vulnerability management programs both proactively (audits, etc) and reactively (patching policy, CVE tracking, etc)Establish a security framework (processes, training, etc) with the organization to incorporate security best practices in our everyday work.Build strong "security minded" policies with our partner teams to establish best practices and enforcement at SDF.Identify and build improvements on security tooling, processes, and documentation.Manage security reviews of third party vendors and track surface area of risk for use of their products and integrations at SDF.Develop and implement security solutions for network systems, ensuring compliance with future cybersecurity requirements.Work closely with the IT & engineering teams on security analyses using SIEM tools and vulnerability assessments.What You Will Bring:5+ years of experience in enterprise corporate security or similarKnowledge of access control and identity management systemsExperience with network protocols and secure network designProven experience in corporate security policy and familiarity with cybersecurity frameworksStrong analytical skills with experience in SIEM tools like Splunk, vulnerability analysis, and risk assessmentsAbility to coordinate security activities and lead technical aspects of security auditsCapability to build and run security training programs for the entire organizationExperience in developing and implementing technical solutions and processes to enhance our security stanceA strong track record working in a collaborative environmentExperience consulting with external vendorsExperience with MITRE, NIST, OWASP frameworksNice to have:Experience working on open source projectsActive participation in the crypto communityExperience with security solutions like SEIM tooling, Wazuh, and JamfExperience in developing policy and collaboration with executive level rolesWhy work for us:You’ll have autonomy in the team to self start on projects and workYou will be able to make visible impact quickly and will have a strong influence on the team’s direction, tooling, processes and technology choicesYou will work on many open source projects that aim to improve financial inclusion on a global scaleWe offer competitive pay with a base salary range for this position of $150,000 - $190,000 depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location
In addition, we offer lumen-denominated grants along with the following perks and benefits:USA Benefits/Perks:Competitive health, dental & vision coverage with most plans covered at 100% for the employee + any dependantsFlexible time off + 15 company holidays including a company-wide holiday breakUp to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for both non-birthing and birthing parents, as well as up to 14 weeks of paid pregnancy leave for birthing parentsGym reimbursement ($80 per month)Life & ADD (up to $50K)Short & Long term disability401K with 4% matchHealth & Dependent Care FSA AccountsCommuter benefits with $250/month employer contributionHealth Savings Account (HSA) with monthly employer contributionFamily building benefits through KindbodyWellbeing benefits (One Medical, Rightway, Headspace)L&D budget of $1,500/yearDaily lunch and snacks in officeCompany retreatsAbout StellarStellar is more than a blockchain
Powered by a decentralized, fast, scalable, and uniquely sustainable network made for financial products and services and a thriving and passionate ecosystem that includes a non-profit organization driven by a mission, Stellar is paving the path to unlock the world’s economic potential through blockchain technology
Built with speed and low costs in mind, the Stellar network provides builders and financial institutions worldwide a platform to issue assets, and to send and convert currencies in real time creating real world utility
Founded in 2014, the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) supports the continued development and growth of the Stellar network and also serves the ecosystem of NGOs, corporations, universities, small businesses, governments, and solo entrepreneurs building on the Stellar network through tooling, funding and strategic collaborations
Together, Stellar is where blockchain meets the real world.About the Stellar Development FoundationThe Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) is a non-profit organization focused on working with and supporting changemakers to create equitable access to the global financial system through blockchain technology
SDF provides grants, investments, funding, and other awards to builders and organizations
SDF also develops resources and tooling on the Stellar network to help unlock real world utility
As a nonprofit foundation, SDF puts the health of the Stellar network and the Stellar ecosystem and its mission above all else.We look forward to hearing from you!Privacy PolicyBy submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.SDF is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
SDF does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal law.
Recently, the Stellar network saw a significant upgrade in the form of Soroban, a new Smart Contracts platform
Developers and companies around the world are already building on Soroban, and the SDF team is expanding to support the rapidly growing and changing Stellar ecosystem.SDF is looking for an experienced IT Security Engineer who will work closely with partner corporate administration teams as well as engineering to ensure Stellar Development Foundation is secure
You will integrate security requirements using SecOps methodologies throughout your daily work.In this role you will: Lead efforts to design and improve our security vulnerability management programs both proactively (audits, etc) and reactively (patching policy, CVE tracking, etc)Establish a security framework (processes, training, etc) with the organization to incorporate security best practices in our everyday work.Build strong "security minded" policies with our partner teams to establish best practices and enforcement at SDF.Identify and build improvements on security tooling, processes, and documentation.Manage security reviews of third party vendors and track surface area of risk for use of their products and integrations at SDF.Develop and implement security solutions for network systems, ensuring compliance with future cybersecurity requirements.Work closely with the IT & engineering teams on security analyses using SIEM tools and vulnerability assessments.What You Will Bring:5+ years of experience in enterprise corporate security or similarKnowledge of access control and identity management systemsExperience with network protocols and secure network designProven experience in corporate security policy and familiarity with cybersecurity frameworksStrong analytical skills with experience in SIEM tools like Splunk, vulnerability analysis, and risk assessmentsAbility to coordinate security activities and lead technical aspects of security auditsCapability to build and run security training programs for the entire organizationExperience in developing and implementing technical solutions and processes to enhance our security stanceA strong track record working in a collaborative environmentExperience consulting with external vendorsExperience with MITRE, NIST, OWASP frameworksNice to have:Experience working on open source projectsActive participation in the crypto communityExperience with security solutions like SEIM tooling, Wazuh, and JamfExperience in developing policy and collaboration with executive level rolesWhy work for us:You’ll have autonomy in the team to self start on projects and workYou will be able to make visible impact quickly and will have a strong influence on the team’s direction, tooling, processes and technology choicesYou will work on many open source projects that aim to improve financial inclusion on a global scaleWe offer competitive pay with a base salary range for this position of $150,000 - $190,000 depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location
In addition, we offer lumen-denominated grants along with the following perks and benefits:USA Benefits/Perks:Competitive health, dental & vision coverage with most plans covered at 100% for the employee + any dependantsFlexible time off + 15 company holidays including a company-wide holiday breakUp to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for both non-birthing and birthing parents, as well as up to 14 weeks of paid pregnancy leave for birthing parentsGym reimbursement ($80 per month)Life & ADD (up to $50K)Short & Long term disability401K with 4% matchHealth & Dependent Care FSA AccountsCommuter benefits with $250/month employer contributionHealth Savings Account (HSA) with monthly employer contributionFamily building benefits through KindbodyWellbeing benefits (One Medical, Rightway, Headspace)L&D budget of $1,500/yearDaily lunch and snacks in officeCompany retreatsAbout StellarStellar is more than a blockchain
Powered by a decentralized, fast, scalable, and uniquely sustainable network made for financial products and services and a thriving and passionate ecosystem that includes a non-profit organization driven by a mission, Stellar is paving the path to unlock the world’s economic potential through blockchain technology
Built with speed and low costs in mind, the Stellar network provides builders and financial institutions worldwide a platform to issue assets, and to send and convert currencies in real time creating real world utility
Founded in 2014, the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) supports the continued development and growth of the Stellar network and also serves the ecosystem of NGOs, corporations, universities, small businesses, governments, and solo entrepreneurs building on the Stellar network through tooling, funding and strategic collaborations
Together, Stellar is where blockchain meets the real world.About the Stellar Development FoundationThe Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) is a non-profit organization focused on working with and supporting changemakers to create equitable access to the global financial system through blockchain technology
SDF provides grants, investments, funding, and other awards to builders and organizations
SDF also develops resources and tooling on the Stellar network to help unlock real world utility
As a nonprofit foundation, SDF puts the health of the Stellar network and the Stellar ecosystem and its mission above all else.We look forward to hearing from you!Privacy PolicyBy submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.SDF is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
SDF does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal law.
