Principal Security Engineer

About Tekion:

Positively disrupting an industry that has not seen any innovation in over 50 years, Tekion has challenged the paradigm with the first and fastest cloud-native automotive platform that includes the revolutionary Automotive Retail Cloud (ARC) for retailers, Automotive Enterprise Cloud (AEC) for manufacturers and other large automotive enterprises and Automotive Partner Cloud (APC) for technology and industry partners. Tekion connects the entire spectrum of the automotive retail ecosystem through one seamless platform. The transformative platform uses cutting-edge technology, big data, machine learning, and AI to seamlessly bring together OEMs, retailers/dealers and consumers. With its highly configurable integration and greater customer engagement capabilities, Tekion is enabling the best automotive retail experiences ever. Tekion employs close to 3,000 people across North America, Asia and Europe.

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Principal Security Engineer to join our team and drive the design and implementation of effective security solutions across our organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management, and emerging technologies. This is a critical role that will help safeguard our systems and data while supporting our business objectives.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Security Design: Develop and implement security architecture strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and compliance requirements.
• Design IAM Solutions: Develop and implement robust IAM frameworks and architectures to manage user identities, access controls, and entitlements across the organization.
• Cloud Security Design: Develop and implement security architectures and best practices for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.) to ensure data protection and compliance.
• Solution Development: Design and oversee the deployment of security solutions, including network security, application security, and cloud security.
• Threat Hunting: Proactively search for indicators of compromise (IOCs) and potential threats within the network and systems.
• Collaboration: Work closely with DevOps, IT, and development teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and cloud deployment processes. · Malware Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of malware samples to understand their behavior, functionality, and impact on systems.
• Reverse Engineering: Use reverse engineering techniques to dissect and analyze malware code, identifying vulnerabilities and potential indicators of compromise (IOCs).
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends and threats and recommend improvements to processes and technologies.
• Incident Response: Provide guidance on security incidents and breaches, helping to develop response plans and recovery strategies.
• Training and Awareness: Educate staff on security best practices and promote a culture of security awareness across the organization.

Required Experience & Education

• Education: Bachelors/Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years in a managerial role within a SOC environment.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in security technologies (SIEM, intrusion detection systems, firewalls, etc.) and knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and mentor a team.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a detail-oriented approach.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive compensation and generous stock options   
• 100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage  
• Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages  
• The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies   
• Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper    
• Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up