Infrastructure Security Engineer, Public Sector

Scale AI•St. Louis, MO

1d•$148,800 - $342,000•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly technical Infrastructure Security Engineer to join our Public Sector Infrastructure & Security team. Our Infrastructure Security Engineers ensure the security and integrity of our platform. You will be responsible for securing large cloud environments, orchestrating and securing various compute clusters, and reviewing infrastructure as code. Your expertise in cloud security, infrastructure automation, and advanced security practices will be essential in maintaining and enhancing our security posture.

Requirements

At least an active Top Secret clearance. This is a requirement and candidates will not be considered who do not hold at least a Top Secret clearance.
Proven experience as a Security Engineer with a focus on infrastructure security.
Proficiency in NodeJS, TypeScript, Python, and/or Kubernetes.
Strong understanding of modern Javascript application design.
Production experience with Kubernetes backed services
Hands-on experience with SAST and DAST tools and methodologies.
Familiarity with terraform orchestration for infrastructure management.
You can structure complex problems and diagnose root causes independently, providing actionable insights without requiring manager input.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical concepts and their implications to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to influence security strategies and drive improvements within a team.

Nice To Haves

Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, OSCP) are a plus.

Responsibilities

Secure infrastructure across large cloud hosting providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Implement and maintain robust security configurations and policies for cloud environments.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits of infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
Develop and enforce security best practices for infrastructure automation and orchestration.
Collaborate with DeveloperExperience, IT, and product teams to integrate security into all stages of the infrastructure lifecycle.
Review and secure infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
Educate and mentor team members on infrastructure security best practices and emerging threats.