Senior Principal Cyber Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Senior Principal Cyber Engineer (Cybersecurity): Lead the most complex multi-product enterprise-scale deployments across hirify.global's cyber portfolio with an accent on cross-domain integrations, zero trust architectures, and security ecosystems. Focus on resolving high-severity escalations, defining organization-wide integration standards, and influencing product roadmaps through structured feedback.

Location: Home Office - Southern California. Applicants must have the right to work in the location.

Salary: $200,000 - $230,000

Company

hirify.global simplifies security for global businesses and governments with a cloud-native Zero Trust platform, 20+ years in business, 2.7k employees, and 11k+ customers in 150 countries.

What you will do

• Lead and oversee complex multi-product deployments and cross-domain integrations with customer security ecosystems.
• Serve as escalation point for critical issues, own resolutions, and drive post-incident reviews.
• Prepare executive-level technical documentation, architecture blueprints, and Strategic Business Reviews for C-suite audiences.
• Act as strategic technical advisor and co-seller for high-tier accounts, shaping deal strategies and security roadmaps.
• Define integration architecture standards, API/automation frameworks, and best practices across the organization.
• Synthesize field intelligence into prioritized gap reports for product leadership and mentor senior engineers.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security or related + 12+ years in cybersecurity with expertise in enterprise architecture and security operations.
• Expert-level knowledge of DLP, CASB, SSE, DSPM, SASE, zero trust, and competitive landscape.
• Expert Windows/macOS/Linux/Unix administration, identity management (AD/LDAP/IDP/SAML/OIDC), virtualization, and multi-cloud (Azure/AWS/GCP).
• Expert network architecture including SASE, SD-WAN, microsegmentation, and hybrid/cloud security.
• Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional teams and influence on C-suite/government stakeholders.
• Proven track record in resolving critical escalations in enterprise/government environments; effective in remote global teams.

Nice to have

• Deep familiarity with full hirify.global portfolio.
• Expert Python, shell scripting, SQL, XML; proficiency in Go, PowerShell, or JavaScript.
• Experience with enterprise-scale REST API/automation and SOAR platforms (Splunk SOAR, Palo Alto XSOAR).
• CISSP/CISM, CCSP, cloud certs (AWS/Azure Solutions Architect Professional); Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III for government work.
• MITRE ATT&CK, threat-informed defense, public speaking, or technical writing.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive and diverse workplace encouraging applications even if not meeting every qualification.
• Equal employment opportunities without regard to protected characteristics.
• Total compensation includes salary, bonuses, paid time off, and region-specific benefits.
• Accommodations available for disabilities.