Senior Manager, Threat and Vulnerability Management
Circle is a rapidly growing financial technology company situated at the core of the ever-evolving internet of money landscape. We facilitate seamless global transactions efficiently and at a reduced cost through cutting-edge technology, paving the way for enhanced economic inclusivity and global prosperity. Our ecosystem, which includes USDC, a blockchain-based dollar, empowers businesses, institutions and developers to leverage these advancements and capitalize on the transformative fusion of money and technology.
About You:
We place a strong emphasis on integrity and transparency in all our activities. Embarking on an expansion journey into leading jurisdictions globally, we value rapid responses and efficacy as key drivers of our achievements. Our team embodies our organizational values - Multistakeholder, Mindfulness, Driven by Excellence, and High Integrity, as we continuously adapt to a remote-working environment, advocating for collaboration to propel team triumphs. Our work culture promotes diversity, flexibility, and inclusivity, fostering an environment where innovative ideas are celebrated, and everyone holds a stake in our shared success.
Responsibilities:
As a Security Leader, we are seeking a dedicated individual with expertise in Threat and Vulnerability Management, adept at managing diverse cloud-based infrastructures and Mac device fleets. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Security Engineering team, Engineering, Infrastructure, and IT teams to support our cloud operations, software development, and endpoint assets.
Key Areas of Focus:
Your Main Tasks Will Include:
- Enhancing Circle’s Threat and Vulnerability Management strategy and processes effectively.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure software development adheres to strict security protocols.
- Integrating seamlessly into current Threat and Vulnerability Management programs and conducting detailed risk assessments.
- Recommending and validating security controls enhancements throughout our infrastructure.
- Establishing and nurturing communication with key stakeholders, including internal auditors and leadership personnel.
- Compiling data-driven reports on technology risk for senior management.
- Spearheading continuous enhancement initiatives across our tech stack.
Requirements:
In this role, you will bring to the table:
- Proficiency in innovative and adaptable problem-solving techniques while working in coordination with engineering teams.
- Experience with specialized cloud vulnerability scanning tools and technologies like Wiz, Prisma Cloud, Qualys, etc.
- Hands-on coding experience with integration of vulnerability scanning solutions in the context of mid-large scale enterprise operations.
- A strong understanding of AWS Cloud Infrastructure with familiarity in GCP and/or Azure.
- Expertise in containerization, orchestration, and cloud scalability solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment within the software development life cycle.
- Proficiency with tools like Slack, Apple MacOS, and GSuite.
- Enthusiasm for automation and scalable security practices, with a focus on reproducibility.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve issues efficiently.
- Exposure to designing controls for easy testing and auditability.
- Extensive experience in cybersecurity, including managing technical teams.
- Certifications like Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) are desirable, with a preference for familiarity with blockchain and web3 development.
Additional Details:
- This position may qualify for day-one PERM sponsorship.
- Our competitive compensation package takes various factors into account, offering equity, medical, dental, vision benefits, and a 401(k) plan alongside generous sick leave and holidays.
- At Circle, diversity is celebrated, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all individuals are valued and respected.