About the role
Salient, a company specializing in AI solutions for regulated financial services, is seeking a Lead Security Engineer to establish and manage their security operations. The role involves developing security procedures, conducting comprehensive security testing, and automating security controls to ensure compliance with industry standards like SOC 2 and PCI. The engineer will work closely with leadership and be the sole dedicated security expert, supporting the company's rapid growth and technological innovation.
This on-site, full-time position is based at the company's San Francisco headquarters. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with cloud security, IAM/PAM, and security testing, with a focus on automating security processes and managing vulnerabilities. The role requires a software engineering background, with the ability to build tested tooling and automation, and to communicate effectively with both technical teams and leadership.
Candidates with experience in security audits, incident response, threat modeling, and working within financial or regulated industries are preferred. The company values fast-paced, ownership-driven work environments and offers benefits such as health coverage, a 401(k), and catered lunches, with a workweek of around 60 hours and in-person collaboration four days a week.