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<div class="content-intro"><h2><strong>Who We Are</strong></h2> <p>Pindrop is the Real Human + Right Human® Identity Trust Platform for the AI era. As AI-driven fraud and deepfakes erode trust in digital communication, Pindrop delivers continuous identity verification and deepfake detection across voice, video, and digital interactions in real time.</p> <p>Enterprises rely on Pindrop to secure billions of high-risk customer interactions each year, including top U.S. banks, as well as leading insurers and healthcare providers. Powered by models trained on more than 1.5 billion real-world interactions annually and protected by 300+ patents, Pindrop restores trust while reducing fraud, lowering operational costs, and improving customer experience.</p> <p>Recognized by TIME as one of the Top 10 Most Influential Software Companies of 2026 and by Inc. for Best in Business for Innovation, Pindrop is backed by leading investors including Andreessen Horowitz, IVP, and CapitalG.</p></div><h3>What you’ll do</h3> <p>As a Senior Security Engineer, you will own the results and impacts for the following:  </p> <ul> <li>Conduct comprehensive security assessments and risk analyses of systems, networks, infrastructure, and applications to identify vulnerabilities and drive improvements across both on-premises and cloud postures.</li> <li>Lead the design, development, and implementation of security controls, tool integrations, security log onboarding, incident response plans, and automation for compliance checks, alerts, and reporting. </li> <li>Own and manage the administration of core security platforms and technologies, including EDR, SIEM, DLP, vulnerability management, firewalls, and web application firewalls. </li> <li>Perform technical security assessments, penetration testing, code audits, and offensive/defensive security exercises to continuously evaluate, strengthen, and validate detection and response capabilities. </li> <li>Utilize AI tools and methodologies to improve productivity, automate threat detection, vulnerability scanning, and alerting, proactively identifying and mitigating emerging threats.  </li> <li>Provide expert guidance and mentorship to internal teams on SIEM, Incident Response, WAF, and evidence requirements for frameworks such as ISO27001, SOC2, PCI DSS, and NIST.  </li> <li>Continuously monitor security events, lead security investigations, and coordinate incident response activities during active security breaches.  </li> <li>Stay current with emerging technologies (including AI, machine learning, and IoT risks), trends, threat intelligence, security certifications, and compliance regulations.</li> <li>Proactively advocate for process improvement and security innovation across the organization.  </li> <li>Prepare and deliver documentation and dashboards for stakeholders and customers, conveying actionable insights from security-related activities and findings.</li> </ul> <h3>Who you are</h3> <ul> <li>You are an engineer at heart: Curious about how information systems function and deeply committed to their continual improvement.  </li> <li>You are an analytical thinker: Methodical, detail-oriented, and highly skilled at dissecting complex security challenges.  </li> <li>You are proactive & resourceful: Excited to uncover innovative security solutions, including automation and the integration of AI within core security processes.  </li> <li>You are a high-fidelity communicator: Able to articulate technical details clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.  </li> <li>You are agile & adaptable: Thrives working independently as well as with a team, adapting rapidly when priorities shift.  </li> <li>You are resilient & accountable: Confident when facing challenges and ambiguity, holding an optimistic focus to make difficult problems into solutions with thoroughness and integrity. </li> </ul> <h3>Your skill-set</h3> <p><em>Must-haves:</em></p> <ul> <li>5+ years of hands-on experience with security technologies and tools such as EDR, SIEM, DLP, vulnerability management, penetration testing, SAST/DAST, and file integrity monitoring.  </li> <li>3+ years of experience leading Security Operations, incident response, and investigations, with a solid track record of resolving security events and developing incident response plans.  </li> <li>Advanced proficiency with scripting or programming languages (Python, Bash, Go, Ruby, or Java) to automate security operations and build custom security tooling.  </li> <li>Deep expertise across cloud and hybrid environments (AWS and GCP required; Azure is a plus), with strong networking fundamentals and experience designing/implementing secure network architectures.  </li> <li>Demonstrated ability to administer and integrate core security tech with enterprise infrastructure alongside a verified familiarity with key frameworks: ISO27001/27002, NIST, CIS, PCI DSS, SOC2, ITIL, COBIT.</li> </ul> <p><em>Nice-to-haves:</em></p> <ul> <li>Prior software development experience or architectural experience in designing secure software solutions.  </li> <li>Hands-on experience utilizing AI/ML technologies to enhance threat detection, automate remediation, or predict system vulnerabilities.  </li> <li>Recognized industry security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC, CEH, CISA, AWS Security).  </li> <li>Direct experience with modern containerization, cloud-native security, and orchestration tools (Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform/Infrastructure-as-Code).</li> </ul> <h3>What’s in it for you</h3> <p>In an era where synthetic media, fraud, and identity manipulation are accelerating, we ensure that every interaction involves the real human and the right human. Our work directly protects financial institutions, enterprises, and consumers from fraud, deception, and identity compromise. You will wake up every day knowing your work has real-world impact.  </p> <p>You won’t just be managing a standard security stack; you will be at the absolute frontier of technology. You’ll have a seat at the table to define how we secure LLMs, RAG architectures, and AI agents, protecting the most personal identifier there is—the human voice—from deepfakes. You will work alongside some of the best technical minds in security, AI, and voice intelligence, driving execution on a team that enjoys the journey. If you want to build something that matters—and be proud of the company you help shape—this is that opportunity.</p> <h3>What we offer</h3> <p>As a part of Pindrop, you’ll have a direct impact on our growing list of products and the future of security in the voice-driven economy. We hire great people and take care of them. Here’s a snapshot of the benefits we offer:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive compensation package, including RSUs (Restricted Stock Units) for all employees, so everyone shares in our long-term success.</li> <li>Remote-first environment - giving you flexibility and autonomy in how you structure your day.</li> <li>While we work flexibly, we prioritize meaningful in-person moments through regular team on-sites, company-wide events, and intentional gatherings that foster connection, collaboration, and shared success.</li> <li>Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)</li> <li>Generous health and welfare plans to choose from - including one employer-paid “employee-only” plan!</li> <li>Best-in-class Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contribution</li> <li>Low-cost vision and dental plans for you and your family, providing comprehensive coverage and peace of mind.</li> <li>Paid Parental Leave - Including birth, adoptive & foster parents</li> <li>One year of diaper delivery for your newest addition to the family! It’s our way of welcoming new Pindroplets to the family!</li> <li>Recurring monthly phone and internet allowance to help cover essential connectivity costs and support flexible work.</li> <li>Enhanced fertility and GLP-1 benefits to support family-building journeys and personalized health needs.</li> <li>Annual Learning & Development stipend to support your professional growth, skill-building, certifications, and continued education.</li> </ul> <hr> <p>This position will be posted for 30 days after [posting date].<br>Remote: #LI-Remote</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>Please note that the base pay range is a general guideline only. Pindrop considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills, as well as market and business considerations, when extending an offer.</p></div><div class="title">US Base Pay Range </div><div class="pay-range"><span>$137,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$165,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><h2><strong>Not sure if this is you?</strong></h2> <p>We want a diverse, global team, with a broad range of experience and perspectives. If this job sounds great, but you’re not sure if you qualify, apply anyway! We carefully consider every application and will either move forward with you, find another team that might be a better fit, keep in touch for future opportunities, or thank you for your time.</p> <h3><strong>AI - A Transformative Force</strong></h3> <p>At Pindrop, we view artificial intelligence as a transformative force that, when harnessed responsibly, can unlock unprecedented value for our customers, partners and society and enable and empower us to continue to deliver cutting-edge technology to combat fraud and unblur the lines between what it means to be human versus machine.</p> <p>Pindrop may use AI tools to help prioritize job applications for human review. The AI tool may analyze your work experience and skills to assess fit for the role, but does not consider your name or contact details. Applications with the strongest match to job requirements are prioritized for human review; not all applications may be individually reviewed.</p> <h3><strong>Pindrop is an Equal Opportunity Employer</strong></h3> <p>Here at Pindrop, it is our mission to create and maintain a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, marital and/or veteran status.</p></div>