Talantix.io
Alpaca•10.03.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Remote Security Operations Engineer - Join a Leading FinTech Company

$90K–$130K/year
RemoteFinTech
SIEM•Incident Response•Security Operations•Cloud Security•Third-Party SOC Management

About the Role

We are looking for a Remote Security Operations Engineer to join our team at Alpaca. This role is crucial in maturing our day-to-day security operations and ensuring that our security measures evolve with our growing business. As a Remote Security Operations Engineer, you will manage our third-party SOC relationship, operate and tune our on-prem SIEM, and serve as a vital link between the IT Helpdesk and Security team. Your expertise will help us identify, triage, and resolve security issues quickly and effectively.

What You'll Do

  • Manage and enhance our security operations, focusing on detection and response.
  • Coordinate incident response and ensure operational issues are addressed before they escalate into security incidents.
  • Improve detection quality and streamline alert triage processes.
  • Work closely with IT, DevOps, Engineering, and our external SOC partner.
  • Actively participate in turning security signals into actionable insights.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in security operations or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of SIEM tools and security incident response.
  • Experience with third-party SOC management.
  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in the financial services or crypto industry.
  • Familiarity with cloud security practices.
  • Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $130,000 per year.
  • Fully remote work environment with a flexible schedule.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Collaborative team culture that values curiosity and accountability.
  • Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a leading FinTech company in a fully remote environment. You'll play a crucial role in enhancing security operations.

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Who Will Succeed Here

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Proficient in managing and tuning SIEM solutions such as Splunk or ELK Stack, with hands-on experience in incident response protocols and threat detection methodologies.

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Self-motivated with excellent time management skills, capable of working independently in a fully remote environment while maintaining strong collaboration with third-party SOC vendors.

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Demonstrated experience in cloud security best practices, specifically with AWS or Azure environments, and a proactive mindset towards evolving security measures in a rapidly changing fintech landscape.

Learning Resources

→SIEM Fundamentals: Security Information and Event Managementcourse
→Incident Response: How to Prepare for and Handle Security Incidentscourse
→Cloud Security Best Practicesguide

Career Path

Remote Security Operations Engineer(Now)→Security Operations Manager(1-2 years)→Director of Security Operations(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$5.5B
Annual Growth
12.5%
AI Adoption in Security
45%
Investment in Cybersecurity
+35%
Labour Demand for Security Engineers
+20%
Avg Salary for Security Operations Engineer
$110K

Skills & Requirements

Required
SIEMIncident ResponseSecurity Operations
Growing in Demand
Threat HuntingSecurity AutomationCloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
Declining
Traditional Firewall ManagementStatic Vulnerability Scanning

Domain Trends

Increased Automation in Security Operations
Over 60% of organizations are investing in automation tools for incident response to reduce response times and improve efficiency.
Shift to Cloud-Native Security Solutions
With 75% of enterprises moving to cloud environments, there is a growing demand for security solutions that integrate with cloud platforms.
Rise of Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs)
The MSSP market is projected to grow by 20% annually, driven by the need for outsourced security operations and third-party SOC management.

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