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The Staff Product Security Engineer will enhance security in product development, conduct threat modeling, review code, automate processes, and advise on security requirements.
Top Skills:
AWSAzureJavaKotlinPython
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Software
The Senior Product Security Engineer will enhance product security through threat modeling, secure code reviews, SDLC tooling, and managing the bug bounty program while collaborating with engineering teams to embed security in workflows.
Top Skills:
Ci/CdDependency Scanning ToolsGithub Advanced SecurityJavaScriptNext.JsNode.jsOpen-Source Security ToolsStatic Analysis ToolsTypescript
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Healthtech • Information Technology • Machine Learning • Software • Analytics
The role involves performing risk analysis, managing vulnerability remediation, conducting incident response exercises, and ensuring compliance with security standards.
Top Skills:
FedrampHitrustIt Industry Security StandardsMars-ENist 800-171Nist 800-53Scanning ToolsVulnerability Management Tools
You will:
Own Backpack’s internal security program
Manage bug bounty programs and collaborate with 3rd-party security researchers
Proactively look out for state-of-the-art vulnerabilities.
At least 3+ years of direct experience as security lead.
Deep understanding and experience in security practices.
Obsessive and paranoid about possible attacks and security loopholes.
Very fluent in English.
Generous ownership & stake in the company. We’re looking for owners.
A fast-paced environment.
Flexible working hours & hybrid schedule.
We have offices in Chicago, Dubai, and Tokyo. You’re welcome to join us there and we’ll handle your visa. Remote is also acceptable for the right candidate.
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