Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is hiring a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (Remote - US)

Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is hiring a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to build and defend our security posture. In this role, you will focus on red teaming, DevSecOps, and threat detection across cloud and hybrid environments, leading technical initiatives and mentoring team members.

What You'll Do

• Lead complex penetration testing efforts and develop custom tools and scripts for red team operations.
• Conduct advanced threat hunting using correlated threat intelligence and telemetry data.
• Design and implement automated security tooling embedded into CI/CD pipelines and the SDLC.
• Collaborate on security architecture reviews and conduct secure code assessments.
• Perform in-depth cloud security assessments across OCI, AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Develop and enforce IAM policies, encryption strategies, and secure cloud configurations.
• Manage critical incident responses and lead cross-functional teams during security events.
• Conduct forensic investigations and continuously improve incident response playbooks.
• Oversee daily SecOps activities, integrating EDR, SIEM, SOAR, and automation into monitoring.
• Design zero-trust network architectures and segmentation strategies.
• Lead endpoint security response and guide remediation based on risk intelligence.
• Mentor other engineers and drive adoption of cybersecurity best practices.

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, red teaming, threat detection, or security operations (6+ with a Master’s).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications.
• Demonstrated leadership in penetration testing, incident response, and cloud security architecture.
• Proficient in scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell) and automation within security workflows.
• Deep knowledge of modern threat vectors, attack paths, and cloud-native security risks.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, SOAR, EDR, vulnerability scanners, and cloud-native security tools.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex issues clearly to all stakeholders.

Nice to Have

• Preferred certifications: OSCP, OSCE, GIAC GPEN/GREM, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Security Professional, AWS Security, Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect, Google Cybersecurity Certificate.
• Bonus for: CEH, PenTest+, CASP+, CySA+, CDP, ECDE, CAISP, or CCSP certifications.

Technical Stack

• Scripting: Python, Bash, PowerShell
• Cloud: OCI, AWS, Azure, GCP
• Security Tools: SIEM, SOAR, EDR

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary range: $100,000 – $145,000 + equity package.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision).
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
• Equity participation in a rapidly growing AI company.
• Access to advanced tools, training, and professional development.

Work Mode

This is a hybrid remote position for candidates located in the United States.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, collaborative work culture focused on innovation and growth.