Security Engineer

Vast.ai - Los Angeles, CA

Hiring: Security Engineer Company: Vast.ai Location: Los Angeles, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:50:42 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : GDPR, LLM, Linux, OWASP, Penetration Testing, Python, Regulatory Compliance, SIEM, SOC 2, WAF About the job Required Skills: •A problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment •Committed to continuous improvement and staying updated with the latest security practices and cloud technologies •A team player with strong communication skills, able to bridge the gap between development and security •Partner cross-functionally with Operations Team: Partner with our operations team to ensure compliance with relevant standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, and GDPR •Secure Architecture Design: Develop and implement secure architectures for our GPU cloud platform •Security Assessments: Conduct security assessments, threat modeling, code reviews, and penetration testing •Security Improvements: Develop and implement security fixes and improvements in collaboration with engineering teams •Security Tools Management: Implement and manage security tools and systems, including SIEM, WAF, and EDR Qualifications: •Programming: Strong programming skills in at least one language, ideally Python or C. •Linux and Virtualization: Extensive knowledge of Linux kernel internals, containerization technologies, and virtualization •Isolation Techniques: Deep understanding of workload and network isolation techniques in multi-tenant environments •Cloud Security: Experience in securing and hardening cloud infrastructure, particularly in environments with untrusted workloads •Network and Application Security: Strong background in network security, application security, and cloud-native security practices •Security Testing Tools: Experience with security testing tools and methodologies, such as OWASP, Burp Suite, and static/dynamic analysis tools •Cybersecurity Frameworks: Familiarity with common cybersecurity frameworks, including SOC 2, NIST, and CIS Controls •Security Certifications: Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or OSCP. •Ops Experience: Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools in cloud environments. •Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements for operating cloud services. Compensation: •$145,000 - $185,000 / year •Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!