Senior Security Engineer, Cross River
$120-170k
Office located in Fort Lee, NJ
API-based financial solutions for businesses
Job no longer available
API-based financial solutions for businesses
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$120-170k
Office located in Fort Lee, NJ
1001+ employees
Company mission
To enable clients to deliver responsible financial solutions that empower consumers anytime, everywhere.
Role
Who you are
- We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Security Engineer to join our team
- The ideal candidate will have a strong background in information security, a deep understanding of threat detection and prevention, and the ability to mentor junior team members
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field
- 5 -10 years of experience in information security, with a focus on network, application, or infrastructure security
- Strong understanding of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA), and industry best practices
- Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection
- Hands-on experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), including knowledge of cloud-native security controls
- Familiarity with programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and automation for security processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and tactically
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC) preferred
- Network and system security
- Threat detection and incident response
- Vulnerability assessment and remediation
- Security architecture and policy development
- Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Risk management
What the job involves
- In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions to protect our organization’s assets, infrastructure, and data
- You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify security risks, develop security strategies, and ensure compliance with industry standards
- Align with IT support and operations to perform the security function of support
- Develop and maintain robust security architectures and controls across networks, applications, and systems to protect against unauthorized access, cyber threats, and data breaches
- Monitor and analyze security events, conduct investigations, and respond to security incidents to minimize potential impact on the organization
- Proficiency in configuring and administering End point protection systems: Microsoft defender, Crowdstrike, Data Leakage Prevention tools and implementation
- Familiar with various email security tools – spam filtering and how to set it up, email encryption, email DKIM (Domain Keys identified mail)
- Identify, assess, and prioritize vulnerabilities across systems, applications, and networks, and work with relevant teams to ensure timely remediation
- Digital certification management
- Conduct regular security assessments, penetration tests, and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and identify areas for improvement
- Collaborate with stakeholders to assess and manage security risks, performing risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies
- Mentor junior security engineers and help develop their technical skills; provide guidance and support in complex security projects
- Continuously research and stay up to date on the latest security threats, technologies, and industry trends to proactively strengthen security posture
Our take
Cross River is a fintech and banking company that builds scalable embedded payments, cards, lending, and crypto solutions for businesses and individuals. Now a unicorn company with a valuation exceeding $1B, Cross River was founded in 2008 as a way to combine the innovations of financial technology with the existing world of banking.
Cross River has partnered with rising fintech businesses such as Ibanera, helping the Florida-based company build an all-in-one cross-border payments service. The company’s bigger picture approach has allowed it to develop several arms in the lending, compliance, and capital market sectors, amongst others, leading to a corporate flexibility that is crucial in the rapidly-evolving market.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
4% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Mar 2022
$620m
LATE VC
Apr 2020
$100m
SERIES C
Total funding: $848m
Company benefits
- Retirement planning
- Employee development fund
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Volunteer opportunities
- Charitable donation matching
- Monthly happy hours
- Free haircuts in our salon located at HQ
- Complimentary dry cleaning at HQ
- Valet parking at HQ
- Shuttle service to/from NYC
- Gym located at HQ
- River Cafe at HQ
Company HQ
Fort Lee, NJ
Leadership
Gilles Gade
(Founder, CEO & Chairman)Previously CFO at First Meridian Mortgage, Co-Founder and Managing Director at Chela Technology Partners, Associate Director at Barclays Capital and Investment Banking Associate at Bear Stearns & Company.
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