Staff Corporate Security Engineer

Airwallex1 months ago

Location

US - San Francisco

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 175,000 – 270,000

Level

Staff

Role

Security Engineer

Posted

Feb 5, 2026

Full TimeStaff

The role

Summary

Airwallex is seeking a Staff Corporate Security Engineer to defend enterprise systems and employees from security threats including malware, phishing, and unauthorized access. This role involves digital forensics, incident response, and security tool development in a fast-growing fintech environment serving over 200,000 global businesses.

What you'll do

Incident Response Management: Lead incident response for malware, phishing attacks, and digital forensics investigations

Security Controls Development: Design, develop, test, and evaluate new corporate security controls for rapid business growth

Threat Hunting: Perform proactive threat hunting through log sources to identify emerging security threats

Security Alert Implementation: Design and implement security alerts and workflows to support the complete incident response lifecycle

Infrastructure Security: Secure corporate IT infrastructure and remediate security issues across identity providers, endpoints, and networks

Security Tool Operations: Deploy, configure, and operate security tooling with focus on measurable security impact

What we look for

Technical

Security Monitoring ToolsStrong experience with CrowdStrike, Splunk, or similar security monitoring platforms

Attacker TTPs KnowledgeIn-depth understanding of common attacker tools, techniques, detection methods, and incident response

Cloud Platform SecurityExperience with GCP, Alibaba Cloud, or other cloud security implementations

Identity ManagementExperience with Okta, Google Workspace, and cloud-based identity solutions

Endpoint SecurityExperience securing endpoints including MDM tools like Kandji and Microsoft Intune

Scripting LanguagesProficiency in Python, Bash, and PowerShell for security automation

Education

Bachelor's DegreeComputer Science, Cybersecurity, or related technical field

Experience

Security Engineering Experience7+ years in security engineering or incident response roles within technology companies

High-Growth EnvironmentExperience solving complex security challenges in fast-growing startup environments

Technical CommunicationStrong ability to explain technical security concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Skills

Required skills

Security Engineering7+ years in security engineering or incident response

Security MonitoringCrowdStrike, Splunk, or similar platform expertise

Incident ResponseDigital forensics and malware investigation capabilities

ScriptingPython, Bash, PowerShell automation skills

Technical CommunicationAbility to explain security concepts to non-technical audiences

Nice to have

Cloud SecurityGCP, Alibaba Cloud platform security experience

Identity ManagementOkta and Google Workspace administration

Endpoint ManagementKandji, Intune MDM platform experience

Cloud VPNCloud-based VPN service configuration and management

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 175,000 – 270,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Equity Participation

Stock options in a $8 billion valued fintech unicorn

Global Career Growth

Opportunities across 26 offices worldwide

Learning & Development

Accelerated learning opportunities in cutting-edge fintech

Innovation Environment

Work with AI tools and latest security technologies

Equal Opportunity

Inclusive workplace with diversity and accommodation support

Interview process

1
Initial Screening — Phone or video screening with HR and hiring manager to discuss background and role alignment
2
Technical Security Interview — Deep dive into security engineering experience, incident response scenarios, and technical problem-solving
3
Practical Security Assessment — Hands-on security challenge involving threat analysis, tool usage, or security architecture design
4
Panel Interview — Meet with security team members and cross-functional stakeholders to assess collaboration and communication
5
Final Leadership Interview — Discussion with senior security leadership about vision, growth, and cultural fit