Security Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a strong background in offensive security, with a focus on Red Teaming and Adversarial Simulation. Your experience includes performing penetration testing and threat modeling against critical services, ensuring that security measures are robust and effective. You are a problem-solver who enjoys breaking and fixing systems, and you thrive in high-stakes environments where your work directly impacts the security posture of the organization.

You possess excellent communication skills, allowing you to articulate security risks and findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You are comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve security practices and ensure that security is integrated into the development lifecycle. Your passion for security drives you to stay updated on the latest threats and vulnerabilities in the financial sector.

Desirable

Experience with various security tools and frameworks is a plus, as is familiarity with compliance standards relevant to the finance industry. You may also have a background in software development, which helps you understand the systems you are tasked with securing. A proactive mindset and a willingness to learn and adapt are essential traits that you bring to the team.

What you'll do

As a Senior Offensive Security Engineer at Robinhood, you will be a key member of the Red Team, responsible for validating security assumptions and improving the organization's ability to detect and respond to incidents. You will conduct thorough threat modeling sessions for new and existing services, identifying potential vulnerabilities and recommending mitigations. Your role will involve performing penetration tests to simulate real-world attacks, providing insights that will help strengthen the security of Robinhood's products and services.

You will collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure that security is a priority throughout the development process. This includes participating in design reviews and providing guidance on secure coding practices. You will also be involved in developing and executing adversarial simulations to test the effectiveness of the organization's security measures.

Your contributions will help shape the security culture at Robinhood, as you work to foster an environment where security is everyone's responsibility. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior team members, sharing your expertise and helping them grow in their security careers. Additionally, you will stay engaged with the broader security community, attending conferences and participating in training to continuously enhance your skills.

What we offer

At Robinhood, you will be part of a mission-driven team that is dedicated to democratizing finance for all. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development and growth. You will work in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued, and you will have the chance to make a significant impact on the security of our financial products. Join us in building a safer financial future for everyone.