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Security Engineer

Mews
Location
Czechia; Spain
Posted
17 days ago
Department
RND
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 2-5 years of hands-on security engineering experience in a software company or cloud-native environment
  • Practical experience with application security: SAST, SCA, secret scanning, or container security, with modern tooling (Wiz, Snyk, Semgrep, or similar)
  • Cloud security experience on Azure, AWS, or GCP, with a preference for Azure
  • A development or scripting background (Python, .NET, or similar)
  • AI Fluency Level 3, or equivalent hands-on experience in redesigning security workflows using AI
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with threat modeling methodologies such as STRIDE or PASTA
  • Experience with supply chain security controls (for example, SBOM generation, dependency pinning, or pipeline integrity verification)
  • Exposure to European cybersecurity compliance frameworks in a technical rather than audit capacity
What the job really is

As a Security Engineer at Mews, you will be responsible for designing and implementing security capabilities that ensure the safety of the platform's infrastructure. Your role involves building application security tooling, running threat modeling sessions, and improving cloud security controls, all while collaborating closely with product and platform teams. This position emphasizes ownership and innovation, particularly in integrating AI into security workflows to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Benefits
  • Unlimited paid holiday
  • Participation in our company share program
  • Paid parental leave (6 months fully paid for primary caregivers, 2 months for secondary)
  • An annual Learning budget of €300 (and more for high performers)
  • Monthly 'EDGE' time to Explore, Develop, Grow, and Elevate yourself
  • A work from anywhere policy
Things to weigh
  • The role emphasizes building security capabilities rather than operating existing tooling, which may require a proactive mindset.
  • AI integration is a significant aspect of the role, necessitating a strong understanding and practical application of AI in security processes.
  • The job description indicates a high-pressure environment with continuous learning and evolving priorities, which may not suit everyone.
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