Platform Security Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-02
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security & Data Protection
United Sates, Remote
About Glean:Glean is the Work AI platform that helps everyone work smarter with AI. What began as the industry's most advanced enterprise search has evolved into a full-scale Work AI ecosystem, powering intelligent Search, an AI Assistant, and scalable AI agents on one secure, open platform.
About the Role:Glean is seeking a talented security-focused software engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a critical role in developing and maintaining the security foundation of our platform. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and testing security features across various software components.
You will:- Design, develop, and maintain secure software for core platform functionalities, particularly focusing on:
- Authentication and authorization systems
- Secure communication channels between services (e.g., API security)
- Secure data storage and access controls
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product) to integrate security best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.
- Conduct security code reviews and identify potential security risks in existing codebases.
- Develop and implement automated security testing procedures.
- Respond to security incidents and participate in incident response procedures.
- Continuously improve the platform's security posture by identifying and implementing security enhancements.
Document security processes, procedures, and best practices.
- BA/BS in computer science, or related degree, MS a strong plus
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in software development with a strong focus on security aspects
- Proven experience in designing and implementing secure authentication and authorization systems
- In-depth understanding of secure coding principles and best practices (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
- Experience with secure communication protocols (e.g., TLS/SSL)
- Familiarity with security testing tools and methodologies
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
- Strong coding skills (for example in Go/Python/Java/C++ etc)
- Experience with cloud security principles and tools (AWS Security, GCP Security)
- Experience with container security (Docker Security, Kubernetes Security)
This role is remote
Compensation & Benefits:The standard base salary range for this position is $185,000 - $260,000 annually.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage, generous time-off policy, and the opportunity to contribute to your 401k plan.
- Medical
- Vision
- and Dental coverage
- generous time-off policy
- the opportunity to contribute to your 401k plan
- home office improvement stipend
- annual education and wellness stipends
We do not discriminate based on gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, civil or family status, age, disability, or race.
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