Security Engineer

The Security Engineer at EngFlow is responsible for defining and enforcing security best practices, managing security audits such as SOC 2 and FedRAMP, overseeing penetration testing, and implementing intrusion detection and vulnerability management measures. It’s a multifaceted role that demands collaboration with engineering teams to enhance supply chain security and maintaining the Information Security Management System (ISMS). Additionally, the engineer addresses customer security inquiries and participates in an on-call rotation.

To qualify for the Security Engineer position at EngFlow, candidates should have advanced knowledge of supply chain and cloud security, experience managing SOC 2 and FedRAMP audits, and strong expertise in intrusion detection and vulnerability management. Familiarity with build systems like Bazel or CMake, as well as DevOps practices and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), are also key qualifications for this role.

EngFlow prioritizes security compliance through rigorous management of security audits, including SOC 2 and FedRAMP. The Security Engineer is vital in overseeing these compliance measures, engaging in penetration testing with external vendors, and ensuring that the systems meet necessary security standards while addressing any concerns from prospects and customers.

Essential skills for the Security Engineer role at EngFlow include strong analytical capabilities, advanced knowledge of cloud security, and a passion for optimizing security practices. Furthermore, hands-on experience with Cloud providers, Terraform, and familiarity with various build systems are highly beneficial in this position.

At EngFlow, the team culture is fully remote but vibrant. We prioritize both productivity and enjoyment, organizing fun events like team games, escape rooms, and tastings throughout the year. Our collaborative environment encourages communication and engagement among team members, fostering a sense of belonging and teamwork.

In answering this question, highlight your passion for security and how EngFlow’s mission aligns with your values. Discuss your admiration for EngFlow's innovative approach to software development, and how you believe your skills can contribute to enhancing security measures within the organization.

A strong candidate should discuss various resources like security blogs, webinars, conferences, and online courses that they follow. Highlighting professional connections or communities can also indicate active engagement in the security field.

Here, provide specific examples of audits you’ve managed, focusing on SOC 2 and FedRAMP. Detail your role in preparing documentation, implementing security measures, and engaging with auditors, to demonstrate your hands-on experience.

Discuss prevalent vulnerabilities such as cross-site scripting (XSS), SQL injection, and others. Explain how you addressed them, showcasing your analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.

Outline a strategy involving collaboration with engineering teams to assess current practices. Discuss implementing best practices and tools for monitoring supply chains, as well as training team members on security awareness to prevent vulnerabilities.

Mention specific tools you’ve used for intrusion detection, vulnerability management, and cloud security. Discuss how your experience with these tools supports your ability to fulfill the responsibilities at EngFlow.

Share a brief story detailing the situation, how you responded, the steps you took to mitigate the breach, and what you learned from the experience. This illustrates your crisis management skills and learned resilience.

Discuss your method for identifying critical security tasks based on risk assessment and potential impact. Highlight the importance of collaborating with teams to understand their priorities while balancing security needs.

Discuss challenges such as staying ahead of emerging threats, addressing the skills gap in the industry, and adapting to evolving compliance requirements. Offer insights on how you believe effective solutions can be achieved.

Articulate your desire to help build a secure, resilient environment while contributing to EngFlow’s goals. Discuss your intention to grow professionally and collaboratively support team members in enhancing their security practices.