Principal Infrastructure Security Engineer - Remote

Overview

As a Principal Infrastructure Security Engineer at Upstart, you will lead the shaping of our cloud infrastructure, container, and edge controls. You will design and implement infrastructure security and access patterns that enable product development.

In Short

• Securing AWS services that provide safe defaults, paved roads, and intuitive capabilities to developers
• Ensure the way Upstart exposes its assets and infrastructure to the Internet are managed in a secure manner
• Integrate security principals into infrastructure-as-code CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes
• Develop response procedures to quickly address and resolve security threats in cloud environments
• Design and implement resilient systems for automated and scalable security across cloud and container environments
• Stay at the forefront of cloud innovation to ensure Upstart can securely use new features and services

Requirements

• 6+ Years in an Infrastructure Security role, or on a Infrastructure engineering team
• Demonstrable track record as an influential leader, delivering security solutions with multiple stakeholder groups
• Experience managing multiple and simultaneous, significant information security initiatives and programs
• Proficient with AWS CDK, Terraform, Helm, and similar frameworks for infrastructure management
• Experience developing code and building services to enhance unique security operational needs
• Experience running and responding to issues raised by container and runtime security tools
• Experience with advanced threat modeling techniques and risk assessment

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation (base + bonus & equity)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to $4,500 and immediate vesting and after-tax savings
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous holiday, vacation, sick and safety leave
• Supportive parental, family care, and military leave programs
• Annual wellness, technology & ergonomic reimbursement programs
• Social activities including team events and onsites, all-company updates, employee resource groups (ERGs), and other interest groups such as book clubs, fitness, investing, and volunteering
• Catered lunches + snacks & drinks when working in offices