Senior Staff Security Engineer, Groq

• Ability to build strong working relationships
• Highly self-motivated and directed; self-confident and self-starter
• Experience working in a fun, fast paced, and dynamic startup environment
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute while working on multiple projects
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, similar technical field of study, or equivalent practical experience
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and routing protocols
• Experience with cloud security technologies and services, such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) security tools and services, IAM, and VPC
• Experience with security tools such as vulnerability scanners, IDS/IPS, and SIEM
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to automate routine tasks, and reduce general friction in operations processes
• Experience architecting and developing distributed systems design
• Humility - Egos are checked at the door
• Collaborative & Team Savvy - We make up the smartest person in the room, together
• Growth & Giver Mindset - Learn it all versus know it all, we share knowledge generously
• Curious & Innovative - Take a creative approach to projects, problems, and design
• Passion, Grit, & Boldness - no limit thinking, fueling informed risk taking

Desirable

• As a Staff Security Engineer you will be responsible for working with a highly skilled team in designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls that protect the organization's infrastructure
• You will work closely with other security team members to ensure that security is integrated into all aspects of the organization's infrastructure
• This position will work across all areas of security, but will be primarily responsible for architecture and leadership of network and cloud security improvements and processes
• Work effectively with other security team members to implement and maintain Groq’s security program
• Design, implement, and maintain security controls to protect the organization's networks and cloud infrastructure
• Ensure security is integrated into all aspects of Groq’s network engineering and cloud infrastructure
• Conduct periodic security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and recommend solutions to mitigate security risks
• Implement and manage network security devices such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and virtual private networks (VPNs)
• Analyze network traffic and logs to detect and respond to security incidents
• Identify areas of friction that are suitable for automation and develop and deploy automation to reduce grind
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices
• Drive a culture of security through security training and awareness efforts
• Participate in incident response and recovery efforts as needed
• Create and maintain effective and useful documentation