Security Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Security Engineer who will be responsible for both the technical implementation and ongoing development of our information security practices. You will define and execute security strategies, ensure the protection of infrastructure and data, support secure software development processes, and raise security awareness across the team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement information security strategies, including risk assessments and the creation of key policies and procedures.
• Deploy and operate SIEM systems, integrate log sources, and build correlation and alerting rules.
• Monitor security events and respond to incidents, including root cause analysis and post-incident reviews.
• Ensure application security by implementing secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices and integrating vulnerability scanning tools (SAST/DAST) into CI/CD pipelines.
• Manage cloud and network security, including firewall configuration, VPN setup, IDS/IPS tuning, access control, and network segmentation.
• Protect endpoints and servers by deploying EDR solutions, hardening systems, and managing patch/update processes.
• Design and maintain access control processes, implement IAM solutions, and enforce least privilege principles.
• Deliver training and awareness programs on cybersecurity best practices, including phishing simulations.
• Support compliance and audit readiness for standards.

Requirements

Hard Skills:

• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and standards (OWASP, NIST, ISO 27001), with proven practical implementation.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM systems, log ingestion, and alert creation.
• Solid knowledge of networking protocols and architectures (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTPS, VPN, Firewalls), including traffic analysis and policy enforcement.
• Experience with vulnerability management, SAST/DAST integration, and penetration testing.
• Proficiency in cloud security for platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure, including access control, encryption, and monitoring.
• Endpoint security experience: EDR deployment, system audits, patch management, and configuration hardening.
• Knowledge of SSO/SAML/OIDC and centralized authentication implementations.
• Server security hardening (Linux/Windows) and secret management.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly to developers, DevOps, and support teams.
• Proactive mindset, ownership of tasks and initiatives.
• High level of self-organization and ability to work under uncertainty and in multitasking environments.
• English- Upper - Intermediate.

Nice to have

• Scripting skills (Python, Bash) for automation.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) and DevSecOps practices.
• Experience with Kubernetes security (image scanning, OPA, PodSecurityPolicy).
• Background in startups or fast-paced technology environments.

Benefits

• Competitive and attractive compensation.
• Remote work schedule.
• Proper rest time of 24 annual leave days.
• Challenging and unique tasks in the FinTech field.
• Funding for gym memberships, fostering a healthy work-life balance.

Interview Stages

1. Interview with HR (1 hour)
2. Interview with HM (1.5 hours)
3. Final Decision

About Quantango

Quantango is a technology company of like-minded people who are seeking to change the way the world trades. After spending more than 15 years in trading and brokerage, we asked ourselves a question: Why is everything so regular? So we decided to create revolutionary tools that break down barriers in trading worldwide. With passion as our guide, we venture into uncharted territory, exploring new frontiers, challenging norms, and pushing boundaries further than ever before.

Our vision is to have a journey to reinvent trading mechanics and to offer unlimited trading perspectives. We want people to trade cross-asset, cross-market, and even cross-event

We seek companions who are:

• Passionate about working in finance
• Ambitious to do great things
• Attentive to the very detail of the subject
• Bold enough to build different
• Enthusiastic along the way
• Ready to make a lasting impact

Sounds like you? Join the Quantango Team