Senior Security Engineer, Data Security
Core
Design and lead Upstart's data security program, building scalable software solutions to protect sensitive data across the AI lending platform.
Role type
Senior Security Engineer (Data Security)
Builds
Production-quality APIs, services, and internal tools for data protection and governance
Domain
Fintech / AI Lending / Data Security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Data Security, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), Software Engineering, Least-privilege access design, Security program architecture
Preferred skills
AI data protection tooling (BigID, Concentric AI, Varonis, Cyera), Compliance frameworks (SOC 1, SOC 2, SOX), Security community contributions
Technologies
BigID, Concentric AI, Varonis, Cyera
Responsibilities
Lead technical design and execution of data security program from foundations to mature systems; Architect and build software solutions for data protection; Partner with cross-functional teams to secure sensitive data; Drive adoption of least-privilege access models; Mentor engineers and security practitioners; Improve systems based on operational feedback and evolving threats
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
