Security Operations Engineer

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About the role

  • Security Operations Engineer securing Tailscale’s networking platform through device, identity, access, and vulnerability management. Supporting distributed teams and automating security operations across core business systems.

Responsibilities

  • Manage devices through MDM policies, BYOD, patch and vulnerability management, troubleshooting, and general OS management across macOS, Linux, and Windows
  • Support key platforms including Google Workspace, Jira, and GitHub
  • Automate processes such as self-service access and patching
  • Manage access using OIDC, SAML, and SCIM
  • Perform data loss prevention and mitigation
  • Oversee technology-stack decisions in coordination with Engineering Leadership and align them with company-wide IT standards
  • Help grow Tailscale’s security team and make the product safer to use
  • Collaborate with highly technical teams and work asynchronously

Requirements

  • Prior experience in a security-related or adjacent technical role, such as identity and access management, endpoint security, data loss prevention, security operations center experience, or IT engineering/operations
  • Knowledge of operating systems and security mechanisms
  • Knowledge of common networking protocols
  • Knowledge of common authentication and user management protocols, including OIDC, SAML, and SCIM
  • Knowledge of Google Workspace Security and Device Management
  • Experience with MDM products such as Jamf, Kandji, Fleet, or Intune
  • Ability to give and process constructive feedback
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Flexibility to adjust to the dynamic nature of a startup
  • Experience with Jira workflows and automation (nice to have)
  • Application and/or infrastructure security experience (nice to have)
  • Go, Python, or bash scripting (preferred)

Benefits

  • An inclusive, flexible environment where you can be your authentic self
  • A competitive total compensation package including base salary, equity incentive plan, and variable commission for quota-based roles
  • Comprehensive group benefits with no waiting period, including health, vision, dental, and more for you and your family
  • Remote-first work environment with virtual and in-person social events and corporate co-working program
  • Employer-funded retirement contributions matching employee contributions dollar-for-dollar, up to 0.75% of eligible compensation annually
  • Annual company retreat and team off-sites
  • $1500 USD annually for professional development
  • Mentorship, coaching, and internal promotion opportunities
  • Flexible paid time off program
  • Company-owned laptop (Mac or PC)
  • Monthly home internet reimbursement
  • $500 USD workstation customization allowance
  • Paid parental leave top-ups: 20 weeks for birthing parents and 16 weeks for non-birthing parents
  • Accessible and inclusive hiring process with accommodations available

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$163,000 - $204,000 per year

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Tech skills

JamfLinuxMacOSPythonGo

Location requirements

RemoteUnited States

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