Network Security Engineer
Does securing cloud-based environments sound like your idea of a party? The security team at Sprout Social is responsible for the security posture of our entire organization including our development and production environments, and internal concerns. The security of our network and infrastructure is critical to the security of our users’ data and the success of the company. Not only will you be ensuring the security of our existing systems, but you will work closely with our Infrastructure Team to continuously improve the state of security for new systems.
Sprout Social is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company with multiple product lines focusing on business and enterprise social media usage. Our main platform is used by 17,000 brands around the world. Companies like Dropbox, Zendesk, Fender, Zipcar and Evernote rely on Sprout to create stronger relationships with their customers through social media.
You might be a good fit for this position if:
- You can view a website over HTTPS or send an email through a proper mail relay using just the openssl binary
- You enjoy firewalls so much that you run your home network with a default deny outbound
- Tcpdump is your go-to debugger
- Your happy place has intrusion detection and centralized log monitoring
- You run an internal CA for fun at home
Responsibilities
- Lead technical implementation of network and infrastructure security controls and changes while working in concert with other technical groups across the organization.
- Use automated tools and manual testing to continually monitor the Sprout Social infrastructure for misconfiguration and vulnerabilities
- Design, implement, and coordinate appropriate controls to ensure that risks stay within acceptable tolerances.
- Effectively communicate security requirements and operational needs to management and others in the organization.
- Other responsibilities as needed to cover the needs of the team and organization
Desired Skills and Experience
Need to have:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience, in a technical field
- 3+ years of information security experience
- 2+ years of systems administration/DevOps experience
- Strong verbal and written communication, and the ability to tailor your message to audiences across and beyond the organization
- Expert-level knowledge of cloud infrastructure security challenges
- Experience with load balancing, firewalls, and cloud networking
- Strong understanding of Linux, Chef, and SSL/PKI
- Ability to pick up new concepts and tools quickly
Nice to have:
- (ISC)2 CISSP or similar certification
- CCSK
About Sprout Social
Sprout Social powers open communication between individuals, brands and communities through elegant, sophisticated software. We are relentless about solving hard problems for our customers and committed to both customer and team success.
Team Sprout is a group of very talented, smart and passionate people with broad interests and backgrounds. We’re proud to regularly be recognized for software, product and company culture achievements. Our team’s shared belief in Sprout’s mission promotes a culture of openness, empowerment and fun. We have built a benefits program to match the strength of our team. This program includes:
- Insurance and benefit options that are built for both individuals and families, including generous company contributions
- Progressive benefit programs, like our parental leave program and free Divvy bike memberships
- High-quality and well-maintained equipment - your computer will never prevent you from doing your best
- Beautiful, convenient and state-of-the-art offices in Chicago’s Loop
- Solid programs in some of the staples: transportation, disability and life insurance
- Wellness initiatives to ensure both health and financial well-being of our team
- Breakfast and lunch options onsite, and more healthy snack options and beverages than you can imagine
- Growing corporate social responsibility program that is driven by the involvement and passion of our team members
Sprout Social is unable to provide H-1B sponsorship.