Director, Endpoint Security

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Circle is a forward-looking financial technology company paving the way in the soaring internet of money realm, where value can effortlessly flow like any digital information – globally, nearly instantaneously, and at a lower cost compared to traditional settlement systems. This innovative internet layer is opening unprecedented opportunities for payments, commerce, and markets, fostering global economic growth and enhancing inclusive practices. Our robust infrastructure, which includes USDC, a blockchain-grounded dollar, equips enterprises, organizations, and developers to leverage these technological advancements and benefit from this significant transformation in the monetary and technological landscape.

**Your Role**:
You will join a dynamic remote team at Circle that values transparency and stability in all its endeavors. Embarking on a global expansion, we are venturing into the world's most solid regulatory jurisdictions. Achieving speed and efficiency is pivotal to our prosperity, and this ethos is ingrained in our employees adhering to key company principles: Multistakeholder, Mindfulness, Driven by Excellence, and High Integrity. Within a flexible and diverse work environment, original ideas are fostered, and each individual actively contributes as a valued team member.

**Responsibilities**:
Circle is seeking an enthusiastic Security Leader specializing in Endpoint Security, equipped with in-depth familiarity of various Cloud-based Infrastructures and a fleet of Mac-based devices. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Security Engineering team and liaise with Infrastructure and IT units managing our device fleet, enterprise services, and endpoints.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Formulate and execute Circle's Endpoint Security strategy and its operational aspects
- Collaborate with the Infrastructure and IT departments on maturing fleet and endpoint protection and security solutions
- Evaluate the current Endpoint Security posture and conduct comprehensive risk assessments
- Propose and validate Security controls and enhancements across our infrastructure and enterprise equipment
- Cultivate crucial relationships with external stakeholders including clients, vendors, and auditors
- Generate data-driven reports on technology risk for senior management
- Propel continuous enhancement in the technology infrastructure

**Qualifications/Requirements**:

- Proficiency in Mobile Device Management solutions like Intune, Kandji, or Jamf
- Expertise in Zero Trust principles and Enterprise VPN Solutions such as zScaler, Perimeter 81, etc.
- Prior knowledge of Slack, Apple MacOS, and GSuite platforms is essential
- Familiarity with Cloud Infrastructure services like AWS, GCP, or Azure is highly preferred
- Hands-on experience in developing and deploying endpoint automation solutions via systems like Chef, Puppet, Terraform within a mid to large enterprise setting
- Extensive understanding of secure best practices for Enterprise endpoint security
- Extensive comprehension of containerization, orchestration, and cloud scale solutions
- Advocate for automation, scalable security practices, and reproducibility
- Self-driven and adept at creative problem-solving with the ability to work autonomously
- Competency in managing multiple competing priorities efficiently
- Ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues promptly and meet organizational goals
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**Bonus Points for**:

- Work experience in financial services or financial technology domains is advantageous
- Advanced degree in computer science or related fields is a strong plus
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**Note**:

- This role is eligible for immediate PERM sponsorship for suitable candidates.
- Circle's compensation packages are thoughtfully crafted considering various factors like experience, skillset, and organizational requirements. Kindly note that compensation ranges may vary based on different geographical locations.
- Starting pay range: $227,500 - $292,500.
- Annual bonus target: 20%.
- Additional inclusions: Equity, and comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Circle adopts a flexible vacation policy and provides 10 days of paid sick leave per annum along with 11 paid holidays in the U.S.

**Diversity Policy**:

Circle is strongly committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, nationality, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Furthermore, Circle participates in the E-Verify Program as mandated by legal requirements in specific locations.