Senior Security Engineer

Company: Relativity
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 27, 2025

Job Description:

Posting TypeRemoteJob OverviewDesign, build and maintain software solutions that enable internal teams to interact with cloud resources and applications securely.Create applications and tools that provide actionable security items as well as tools for other Relativity engineers to easily produce secure software.Advise engineering teams on the design and implementation of a secure SDLC for the products they own.
Administer our FedRAMP cloud environment by managing access and enforcing secure configuration.

Why you would enjoy this job:
*You enjoy empowering your clients to make intelligent decisions about their security state.
*You thrive on building tools that create a secure and seamless experience for
developers.
*You relish working in a modern cloud environment and leveraging cutting-edge technologies.
*You find satisfaction in simplifying complex security challenges.
*You are passionate about building and sharing your vision of a secure development environment.
*You appreciate the autonomy and responsibility that comes with a senior role, allowing you to drive initiatives and make impactful decisions.

Due to specific customer contract requirements, this position requires that the successful candidate be a U.S. citizen. As a condition of your role supporting the RelativityOne Government product, you are required to obtain a Public Trust clearance. The process for obtaining the Public Trust clearance will be handled by the federal government and could include additional background screening
regarding criminal history, drug use, financial records, and a character assessment. If you are unable to obtain the Public Trust clearance, you will be unable to work on the RelativityOne Government product, and your employment, if still in effect, may be terminated.Job Description and Requirements Role Responsibilities:*Design & build security products to establish best in class cloud security.
*Internalize software development best practices.
*Give guidance on secure operations in a cloud environment.
*Reduce technical debt through automation.Minimum Qualifications:*Must be a U.S. Citizen that has and/or will maintain a U.S. Government-
minimum Public Trust security clearance.
*Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field,
or equivalent experience.
*4+ years of professional experience in software development (programming
languages such as C#, Python, or Java). Solid understanding of computer
science fundamentals, including algorithms and data structures.
*Minimum of 3 years of experience in cloud security, with a focus on Microsoft
Azure.
*Experience with DevSecOps practices and automation tools (e.g., GitHub
Actions).
*Ability to take feedback and strive for continual improvement.
*Eager to learn and grow across multiple levels of the stack (both in software
engineering and security areas)Preferred Qualifications:*Active U.S. Government security clearance.
*Proven ability to design and implement security solutions for cloud-native
applications.
*Extensive understanding of secure networking principles and practices in the
cloud.
*Experience with modern vulnerability scanning tools and threat protection
solutions.
*Relevant certifications:
*Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
*Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)
*Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect (SC-100)
*Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and their application in cloud security.
*Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks and standards (e.g., GDPR,
HIPAA).
*Familiarity with alternative cloud providers, such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or AWS is an asset.Relativity is committed to competitive, fair, and equitable compensation practices.This position is eligible for total compensation which includes a competitive base salary, an annual performance bonus, and long-term incentives. The expected salary range for this role is between following values:$130,000 and $195,000The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity. Hiring at the top end of the range would not be typical, to allow for future meaningful salary growth in this position.Required

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