Security Engineer (application Security)

Contentful

Orlando, United States
On-site
Cloud-native product infrastructure
Devops principles
Infrastructure-as-code
Contentful is seeking a Security Engineer with expertise in cloud-native environments to enhance their security practices and infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have experience in security engineering, DevSecOps, and proficiency in relevant technologies such as AWS, Python, and Terraform. This position offers opportunities for professional growth while contributing to a secure and inclusive work environment

Job Summary

  • Lead initiatives and partner with teams to embed practical security safeguards and champion a security-first mindset across the business.
  • Support vulnerability management by identifying, tracking, and partnering with teams to drive remediation of security issues across product and corporate environments.
  • Research and evaluate emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies to keep defenses up to date.

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Contentful is seeking a Security Engineer with expertise in cloud-native environments to enhance their security practices and infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have experience in security engineering, DevSecOps, and proficiency in relevant technologies such as AWS, Python, and Terraform. This position offers opportunities for professional growth while contributing to a secure and inclusive work environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • cloud-native product infrastructure
  • DevOps principles
  • infrastructure-as-code
  • application development
  • AWS architecture, services, security
  • Python for security tools
  • Kubernetes and container security
  • Terraform for IaC
  • networking fundamentals
  • OWASP Top 10 mitigation

Nice-to-have

  • security-first mindset
  • growth-oriented mindset
  • continuous learning
  • innovative security solutions
  • fast-paced environment

Key Requirements

  • 4+ years security engineering/DevSecOps experience
  • Proficiency in Python
  • Familiarity with Kubernetes
  • Exposure to JavaScript and Go
  • Experience using Terraform
  • Strong networking knowledge
  • Embed security in SDLC
  • Vulnerability management and incident response
  • Familiarity with auth protocols
  • OWASP Top 10 experience
  • Clear communication skills
  • Ability to articulate security risks
  • Proactive, growth-oriented mindset
  • Passionate about hands-on implementation
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Work Rights

Authorized to work without visa sponsorship

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