Description
Gatekeeper is a SaaS-based, next-generation Vendor & Contract Lifecycle Management (VCLM) & Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) Solution. We help our customers to restore visibility of their vendor contracts, take control of their vendor and contract processes and safeguard compliance of their third parties.
Gatekeeper has consistently achieved significant, profitable growth YoY with long-term customers including Ford, Accor, Roche, The Telegraph, Autotrader, Tesco and Pokemon.
Due to our strong global growth and recent private equity investment from Vista Equity Partners, we are looking for a dedicated Cloud Security Engineer to join our Product team. This role is pivotal in fortifying our infrastructure against potential threats, ensuring robust performance, and overseeing security monitoring - all in support of our top-tier contract and vendor management platform.
Note: This is a fully remote position and can be based anywhere in the UK/Europe
In this role you will:
Work in a cross-functional, agile team to lead security system design and deployment
Be the primary point of contact for our external DevOps agency for Infrastructure Security Design
Devise solutions across numerous domains such as monitoring, performance, and deployment tooling
Introduce cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, championing their integration when beneficial
Engage in engineering dialogues to pinpoint infrastructure needs that address intricate business scenarios
Create and update all essential infrastructure and operational documentation
Stay vigilant about potential security threats, overseeing penetration testing
Advocate for cost-saving measures via service optimisations
Elevate monitoring and application performance metrics
Oversee the Infosec qualification process as mandated by Gatekeeper's customers and prospective customers
About you
Are you comfortable in a fast-paced, agile environment, managing multiple initiatives simultaneously?
Are you a natural team player and lifelong learner?
Are you empathetic, with attention to detail and an eye for problem-solving?
If this sounds like you, then please read on….
Requirements
A minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in a Cloud Security Engineer role, focusing on security best practices, threat detection, and mitigation strategies
Deep understanding of AWS platform architecture, specifically tailored for SaaS solutions like Gatekeeper, ensuring optimal security postures
Comprehensive knowledge of Linux system administration, with a keen emphasis on cutting-edge server security protocols and practices
Proficiency in deploying and managing security systems, with a particular emphasis on Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
Proven track record of ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and availability throughout its lifecycle - during transmission, storage, and processing
Skilled in leveraging application monitoring tools like AWS monitoring/alerts, Cloudwatch, Prometheus, and Grafana to detect and respond to security incidents
Familiarity with databases and search engines such as ElasticSearch, Postgresql, and Redis, with an emphasis on securing them
Demonstrable knowledge of Disaster Recovery procedures and strategies to guarantee business continuity in the face of threats and outages
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, capable of conveying complex security topics in an understandable manner
A positive, team-first attitude complemented by a good sense of humour, committed to fostering a collaborative security culture
AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or AWS Certified Security - a specialty certification would be highly advantageous
Familiarity with security compliance standards relevant to the SaaS industry, such as GDPR, ISO 27001, and SOC2
A proactive approach to staying updated with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques
Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to embed security throughout the software development lifecycle
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, critical for assessing potential threats and devising effective countermeasure
Do not apply for this job if:
You ever consider mediocrity acceptable
You need to be told what to do
You want to be the smartest person in the (virtual) room
Don’t like working with the best and learning something new
You have an ego bigger than your sense of humour
What we offer
100% remote working: live and work wherever you like - no more commutes
Generous vacation package
Learning & Development opportunities for lifelong learners
Technology: we provide everything you need to do your best work
Gatekeeper for Good: Match funding to support non-profit organisations in your local community
Gatekeeper retreats
We live by our company vision and values. If these ring true to you, then we’d like to talk to you.
Gatekeeper offers a diverse and multicultural working environment, currently spanning 18 countries. We respect each other’s differences and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
About us
A market-leading product, a skilled and supportive team and distinctive values make Gatekeeper a uniquely rewarding place to work.
We’re proud of the company we’re building and we’d love for you to be part of it.