Security Engineer at CoinTracker

Job Description:

As CoinTracker’s first Security Engineer, you’ll be hands-on in building the infrastructure, processes, and culture needed to protect our systems, data, and users.Define and execute the security roadmap, balancing near-term wins with long-term investments across infrastructure, cloud, application security, and security operationsConduct a security gap assessments and implement baseline controls, policies, and best practicesLead key security initiatives including third-party audits (e.g. SOC 2, penetration testing), security certifications (ISO 27001), incident response readiness, and vulnerability managementPartner closely with engineering teams to embed security into SDLC — from threat modeling to code scanning to secrets managementFoster a strong security culture across the company by driving awareness, education, and best practices

Job Requirements:

8+ years of experience in security engineering or related technical roles, ideally in fast-paced startup or growth-stage environmentsDeep understanding of core security domains including application security, infrastructure and cloud security, identity and access management, security operations and incident responseHands-on experience implementing security measures and working directly with engineering and infrastructure teamsExperience with security frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPRExperience leading or supporting third-party audits, penetration testing, and internal risk assessmentsResourceful, pragmatic, and comfortable working in ambiguity — able to move fast while building for the long termU.S. citizen and U.S. resident(Bonus) Familiarity with the unique risks and threat models in crypto or financial services(Bonus) Security certifications such as CISSP and GIAC

Benefits:

The starting salary for this position is between $175,000 - $240,000 USD. Candidate's location does not impact the posted salary range. The actual compensation offered will be based on a variety of job-related factors including relevant skills, education, and experience. This position also includes equity in CoinTracker and benefits like medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and PTO.