Security Engineer, Cape
Product Security
Privacy-first mobile network
Job no longer available
Privacy-first mobile network
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
101-200 employees
Company mission
To reimagine connectivity in this mobile-first world, with privacy and security at the core.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience), with advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CISSP, AWS Certified Security Specialty) being advantageous
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in information security, with at least 2 years concentrated on cloud security within AWS environments
- Deep understanding of AWS architecture, security services, and best practices for securing cloud applications and data
- Proficiency in using infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation) and in automating security tasks within AWS
- Skilled in scripting languages (Python, TypeScript, Go) for the automation of security tasks and the integration of security tools
- Solid knowledge of network security, encryption technologies, and secure coding practices
- Excellent analytical skills for identifying and mitigating complex security vulnerabilities and risks
- Strong communication and leadership abilities, capable of working collaboratively across teams and effectively conveying technical information to non-technical stakeholders
- Organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
What the job involves
- We are seeking a Security Engineer with a specialization in product security to join our team. As a strategic partner, you will make an immediate impact by leveraging your expertise in cloud and application security
- This role is pivotal in reducing risk across our AWS cloud environments and mobile applications
- You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security measures that comply with regulatory standards, enhance internal processes, and minimize data security risks
- Through developing ongoing security strategies and technologies, you will support the organization's business objectives and daily operations
- Design, implement, and manage robust security controls and policies within AWS, focusing on the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and services
- Perform comprehensive security assessments of our cloud environments to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and recommend actionable mitigation strategies
- Lead the integration of security practices into the DevOps lifecycle, promoting secure code development, deployment, and operations
- Utilize and optimize AWS security tools (such as Amazon GuardDuty, Amazon Inspector, AWS IAM, AWS KMS, AWS WAF, and AWS Shield) and explore third-party solutions to bolster our security posture
- Assist in addressing findings from penetration tests and security audits, ensuring prompt and effective remediation
- Stay informed about the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and compliance mandates affecting cloud environments, providing guidance on emerging technologies and security best practices
- Offer expert guidance and mentorship to junior security team members and engineers across the company, fostering an organizational culture of security awareness and continuous improvement
- Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate security requirements effectively into engineering projects and business initiatives
Our take
The massive amounts of data that telecom companies hold on their customers, and the various weak spots in mobile networks, offer many lucrative possibilities for hackers. With massive mobile network data breaches affecting the likes of US telecom giant AT&T, Cape is a mobile network responding with a way to reconcile personal privacy and national security.
Cape positions itself as a privacy-first mobile network, offering 5G and 4G speeds with more privacy. It collects minimal personally identifiable information from its customers as well as offering spam protection, hardened account security and firewall. The network itself piggybacks on existing cellular networks and uses advanced encryption and data protocols to protect its customers.
The company has attracted good investment and secured contracts with the US military because of the network's ability to contribute to national security. Cape only came out of stealth in 2024, though, and its first steps will be to provide its users with eSIMs. A partnership with UScellular will help grow the company's market share as well.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Mar 2026
$100m
SERIES C
Mar 2025
$15m
SERIES B
Total funding: $176m
Company benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid maternity leave
- Paid paternity leave
- Commuter benefits
- Disability insurance
Company HQ
North Rosslyn, Arlington, VA
Leadership
John Doyle
(Founder & CEO)Currently Board Member at Vannevar Labs. Previously held positions at Palantir Technologies and was a Judicial Law Clerk at Eastern District of Virginia.
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