Senior Security Architect (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Security Architect (Fintech): Driving Security by Design across cloud-native fintech platform initiatives with an accent on application and cloud security for GCP/Kubernetes infrastructure. Focus on reviewing RFCs, conducting threat modeling, automating vulnerability management, and ensuring SOC 2/PCI compliance.

Remote work environment, offices in Miami and Mexico City with optional hybrid model.

Company

Building financial ecosystem for Latin immigrants in the U.S. with AI-powered WhatsApp chatbot for remittances using blockchain and stablecoins. Hyper-growth Series B backed by top global investors.

What you will do

• Design and implement security controls for GCP/Kubernetes using IaC like Terraform.
• Automate security monitoring, alerting, and processes.
• Conduct security audits, assessments, and penetration testing coordination.
• Review RFCs, refine architectures, and perform threat modeling for new features.
• Drive vulnerability management with tools like DefectDojo and promote secure coding in Python services.
• Develop security standards for CI/CD, secrets management, and support compliance initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience as Security Architect or Product Security Engineer.
• Proficiency in Python or scripting language.
• Deep knowledge of web vulnerabilities, OWASP Top 10, and secure architecture principles.
• Experience with GCP, Kubernetes/GKE, Docker.
• Work in regulated industry like Fintech with SOC 2 and PCI DSS familiarity.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary, stock options, annual performance bonus.
• Health, dental, vision plans; unlimited PTO; paid parental leave.
• Remote-first with optional hybrid in Miami or Mexico City offices.
• Continuous learning and growth in dynamic entrepreneurial environment.
• Team of high-performers with radical transparency, bias for action, and focus on customer empowerment.