Principal Security Engineer
Core
Define secure-by-design architecture across cloud, applications, and identity platforms for a self-clearing broker-dealer.
Role type
Principal Security Engineer / Security Architect
Builds
AWS environment, Kubernetes (EKS), Java/Spring platform, cloud guardrails
Domain
Fintech / Wealth Management / Cloud Security
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
AWS security, Kubernetes security, application security, threat modeling, cryptography, key management, zero-trust architecture, identity architecture
Preferred skills
regulated environment experience (SEC/FINRA), cryptographic isolation, envelope encryption, searchable encryption
Technologies
AWS, Kubernetes, EKS, Java, Spring, Terraform
Responsibilities
Own security architecture and reusable reference patterns; Lead security design reviews and threat modeling; Define standards for encryption, key management, identity, zero trust, and network segmentation; Drive encryption strengthening and cloud guardrails; Partner with Engineering/Cloud/IT to embed security in SDLC; Advise on security architecture for strategic initiatives
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategy & mentorship