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Information Security Engineer

8AM
Location
Remote - Czech Republic
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 4+ years in security engineering or security operations with real incident response experience
  • Strong AWS security knowledge (IAM, logging, GuardDuty/Security Hub, multi-account patterns)
  • Proficiency with SIEM query languages, detection tuning, and at least one scripting language (Python preferred)
  • Experience with vulnerability management tooling and remediation SLA programs
  • Comfortable operating independently in a distributed team; strong written English
  • Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to improve workflows, enhance decision-making, or drive innovation
Nice to have
  • PCI DSS or SOC 2 environment experience; ASV scan operations
  • Terraform/IaC security review experience
  • Exposure to securing AI-assisted development or agentic tooling
What the job really is

The Information Security Engineer at 8am is responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of the company's systems, focusing on cloud security operations, detection engineering, incident response, and data protection. Daily tasks include managing AWS security posture, operating detection and response tools, leading incident response efforts, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance security across platforms.

Benefits
  • Performance bonus opportunities and employee referral rewards
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) and 13 paid public holidays aligned with the Czech calendar
  • Paid sick leave with additional support through the Czech social security system
  • Maternity, paternity, and parental leave in line with Czech regulations, plus additional paid paternity leave from 8am
  • Full statutory benefits, including public health insurance, social security, pension, and work accident coverage
  • Access to Coursera (including Gen AI Academy) and ongoing professional development
Things to weigh
  • Remote role aligned to U.S. Central Time, which may require working outside typical Czech hours
  • Position is hired through an Employer of Record in the Czech Republic, which may have implications for employment terms
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