Outset is looking for a Security Engineering Lead to operate across the full security stack, owning policy, governance, and compliance, and partnering closely with engineering to keep the product and infrastructure secure. The successful candidate will develop and maintain the company security policy framework, own internal IT security program, and conduct internal security reviews and threat modeling.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in security engineering, DevSecOps, information security, or a related role.
  • Demonstrated experience authoring and maintaining security policies, standards, and playbooks.
  • Hands-on familiarity with cloud environments (AWS) and modern SaaS tooling stacks.
  • Strong understanding of identity management, endpoint protection, and network security fundamentals.
  • Proficiency in scripting or automation (Python, Go, or similar); comfort using AI-assisted coding tools for production changes.
  • Experience managing customer-facing security questionnaires and security review processes.
  • Experience running or coordinating penetration testing engagements with external vendors.
  • Experience with SIEM, detection engineering, or log analytics platforms.
  • Exposure to compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001) and the technical controls that underpin them.
  • Excellent communication skills—able to translate complex security concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Startup experience or demonstrated comfort operating in fast-moving, ambiguous environments.
  • Familiarity with securing AI/ML pipelines, data infrastructure, or internal developer tooling is a plus.

Benefits

  • Daily collaboration with founders, shaping the core product vision.
  • Exposure to and collaboration with design and research leaders at top global brands.
  • Competitive cash and equity compensation.
  • Outset is an equal opportunity employer.