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Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Altruist
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 4+ years of experience in cloud security engineering
  • Hands-on securing AWS (IAM, org/SCPs, KMS, networking)
  • Kubernetes / EKS security experience
  • Infrastructure-as-code (Terraform) and CSPM tooling (e.g., Wiz)
  • Comfort scripting and automating (e.g., Python / Go)
  • A B.A. / B.S. degree in relevant fields such as Computer Science or Computer Engineering or Information Security or relevant experience
Nice to have
  • Experience working in regulated environments (fintech / financial services)
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Security Specialty, CKS)
What the job really is

The Senior Cloud Security Engineer at Altruist will focus on securing the company's multi-account AWS and Kubernetes environment. Responsibilities include building cloud guardrails as code, managing cloud vulnerabilities, and collaborating with the Detection & Response team on cloud-origin investigations. This role requires a combination of technical skills and effective communication to ensure the security of the cloud platform as the company grows.

Benefits
  • Competitive total compensation
  • Premium healthcare, dental, and vision insurance plans (HMO and PPO)
  • 401k savings plan with a 4% match and immediate vesting
  • 16 week paid parental leave after one year of employment
  • Professional growth and development opportunities including an employee mobility program and an annual L&D budget allocation for each employee
  • Company perks program (includes discounts on pet insurance, fitness, cell phone plans, and travel, etc.)
Things to weigh
  • Hybrid schedule with three days onsite in San Francisco or Culver City
  • Salary range provided is $170,000 — $225,000 USD
  • No specific mention of the tech stack beyond AWS and Kubernetes, which may imply a focus on these technologies
  • No mention of specific challenges or projects the candidate will face in the role
Job score3.6/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness5/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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