Security Engineer, Network, Application & Incident Management

Aerospike is the real-time database for mission-critical use cases and workloads, including machine learning, generative, and agentic AI. Aerospike powers millions of transactions per second with millisecond latency, at a fraction of the total cost of ownership compared to other databases.

Global leaders, including Adobe, Airtel, Barclays, Criteo, DBS Bank, Experian, Grab, HDFC Bank, PayPal, Sony Interactive Entertainment, The Trade Desk, and Wayfair, rely on Aerospike for customer 360, fraud detection, real-time bidding, profile stores, recommendation engines, and other use cases. 

 At Aerospike, we dream big and deliver even bigger. Our mission is to unleash the power of the world’s real-time data with a database built for infinite scale, speed, and sustainability.

If you're ready to shape the future of data, join us.

Security Engineer – Network, Application & Incident Management

Department: Information Technology / Security

Aerospike is the real‑time data platform leader enabling companies to act instantly across billions of transactions at petabyte scale with predictable performance. Our globally distributed database powers mission‑critical applications for some of the world's most innovative enterprises.

As a Security Engineer at Aerospike, you will design, implement, and maintain security controls that protect our global infrastructure and real‑time data platform. You will develop secure architectures, automate security processes, and collaborate with DevOps and Platform teams to embed security into every layer of our technology stack.

• Develop and implement security solutions (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection).
• Design secure network and system architectures.
• Perform security hardening and patching.
• Automate security processes using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines).
• Conduct threat modeling and risk mitigation planning.
• Collaborate with DevOps/Platform teams on secure software and infrastructure.
• Review code or systems for security flaws (often overlapping with AppSec).

• Cloud Networks and OS internals
• Security architecture design
• Infrastructure: AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes
• IAM, encryption, VPNs, WAFs, FIM, DLP, 
• Programming/scripting: Python, Go, Terraform, Ansible

• 5+ years in security engineering across network, system, and cloud environments.
• Proven experience designing and implementing security solutions (firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR, WAF).
• Deep understanding of network protocols, operating‑system internals, and secure architecture principles.
• Hands‑on expertise with AWS, Azure, GCP, and Kubernetes security hardening and monitoring.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure‑as‑Code and automation (Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD).
• Strong programming or scripting ability in Python or Go for security tooling and automation.
• Demonstrated skill in threat modeling, risk assessment, and incident response.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with engineering teams and present risk to leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Certifications: CISSP, OSCP, GDSA, CCSP, AWS/Azure/GCP Security Specialty.
• Experience with container security tools (Falco, Gatekeeper, WASP 10 scanner) and cloud security posture management.
• Familiarity with threat‑intel platforms (MISP, Recorded Future) and purple‑team exercises.
• Understanding of foundational AWS, GCP, and Azure security services (IAM, VPC/Security Groups, GuardDuty, Security Command Center, Defender for Cloud).

• Inquisitive mindset—enjoys hunting down subtle anomalies.
• Calm under pressure—able to prioritize during high‑volume or high‑severity events.
• Collaborative—builds strong relationships with cross‑functional teams.
• Continuous learner—keeps pace with the rapidly evolving threat landscape.

Aerospike is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mentaldisability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Join us at Aerospike and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of data management. Salary Range for California Based Applicants: [$160,000 - $180,000] (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)