Senior Information Security Engineer (Remote - Austin, or U.S.)

Company: The Zebra
Location: Austin
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Introduction:
The Zebra, named a Best Place to Work in Austin four years running, is revolutionizing how connected consumers research and shop for insurance. We intentionally strive to build diverse teams that feel inclusive for all. Our motto is "All Stripes Welcome," and we put that into practice by valuing both traditional and non-conventional backgrounds and perspectives. Our Zeebs are passionate about learning, growing, & working together to tackle exciting problems.
We're seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer to help us secure, maintain and grow a world-class insurance buying experience. This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape and grow our security culture while focusing on the corporate side of our company. We are looking for a versatile, expert cloud security professional who loves to make an impact through cross-organizational efforts to keep The Zebra secure and aligned with various state and federal laws.
Location:
While we are open to remote work across the contingent US, we are still in the process of establishing our company to support work in all states! We've recently made the shift from an in-office organization to a hybrid model and love the flexibility it allows our employees. We are set up to support employees who want to be fully remote, in-office only, and a mix of the two. Please note - we will not be supporting work based out of the following states: CA, MA, NY, NJ.
What You'll Do:

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• Create runbooks and standard processes for monitoring and managing information security risk.
  
• Create, design and document processes to support the policies and standards of the company to help reduce risk and vulnerability exposure.
  
• Work with other key partners to define, design and implement security measures as needed.
  
• Define requirements, help evaluate and analyze new technology to address security gaps and concerns in a cloud environment.
  
• Analyze IT requirements and provide objective advice on the use of IT security requirements and controls.
  
• Ensure proper DevSecOps practices are being implemented.
  
• Act as a leader to secure our security posture.
  
• Implement efficient security controls to help improve security posture. (e.g. WAF, DLP, SIEM, TVM, SAST/DAST, DevSecOps, etc.)
  
• Know the latest with industry trends.
  
• Monitor and respond to regulatory developments and industry standard processes in a timely manner.
  
  What We're Looking For:
  As we evaluate candidates across all roles, we look for folks who have a strong sense of ownership, great communication and collaboration skills, and a dedication to continuous improvement.
  
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  • 5+ years of experience in Security Operations/Engineering
    
  • Experience with DevSecOps
    
  • Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.)
    
  • Experience with container security
    
  • Experience with scripting tools (e.g. Python, Node, Bash, etc.)
    
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code
    
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize contending demands
    
  • Expertise in writing run books, and complexity analysis
    
  • Exceptional organizational skills
    
  • Pride in the quality of work
    
    Experience that will Impress the Heck Out of Us:
    
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    • CISSP, CCSP, CISA, CRISC, CISM, or AWS Security
      
    • Application security experience
      
    • Experience with SIEM platforms
      
      Benefits & Perks:
      Inclusive and healthy environments are crafted intentionally. All of our employees can join and participate in (or create your own!) Employee Resource Groups. Here are some other wonderful perks of working here:
      
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      • Competitive Compensation & Stock Option Offering
        
      • Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages
        
      • HSA offering + employer contribution
        
      • 401k with match
        
      • Unlimited PTO (paid time off)+ flexibility to enjoy it
        
      • Program
        
      • Wellness perk ($100/month)
        
      • Pet Adoption Reimbursement ($300/year)
        
      • Learning & Development Opportunities
        
      • Join a team that truly lives their values (outside of the office. Cliche, we know--- but we really mean it)
        
        About The Zebra:
        The Zebra is the nation's leading, independent insurance comparison site. With our dynamic, real-time quote comparison tool, consumers can identify insurance companies with the coverage, service level, and pricing to suit their unique needs. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, The Zebra has sought to bring transparency and simplicity to insurance shopping since 2012 -- it's "insurance in black and white."
        We've garnered attention and investment of some of the nation's top venture capitalists.
        Our core mantra is "All Stripes Welcome." As part of our dedication to maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce, we provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform core job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation!

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