Senior Security Engineer

Helps businesses in Africa pay their international suppliers, reducing costs and payment times.
$140,000 - $158,750
Security
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
1 - 10 Employees
6+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Senior Security Engineer

Capi Money is a Series-A startup revolutionizing international payments for African businesses. Founded in 2023, they've raised over $18m from prestigious investors including Creandum, Y Combinator, and General Catalyst. The company was founded by experienced leaders from Taptap Send and other successful ventures.

As the first Security Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the company's security posture. This position requires a pragmatic approach to implementing security measures while maintaining rapid development pace. You'll be responsible for developing security controls, managing IT security operations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement with 3 days in the office near Old Street, London. You'll join a fast-growing international team working on solving significant payment challenges for African businesses, who currently face up to 10% fees and weeks of waiting time for international payments.

The position comes with competitive compensation, including share options and benefits. You'll work directly with the founding team, including Mitch Riley, Scott Liddle, and Tom Watson, who bring extensive experience in emerging markets and successful startup ventures.

This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional who wants to make a significant impact in a well-funded startup that's addressing real-world payment challenges in emerging markets. The role combines technical expertise with business impact, offering the chance to build security practices from the ground up while working with a talented, mission-driven team.

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Responsibilities For Senior Security Engineer

  • Develop and deploy security controls across infrastructure, applications, and data
  • Champion and implement 'shift-left' security practices
  • Manage IT security operations, including device security and access management
  • Document security standards and guidelines
  • Oversee data security compliance and privacy requirements
  • Perform regular security assessments
  • Develop incident response plans
  • Manage security training and awareness
  • Stay ahead of emerging security threats

Requirements For Senior Security Engineer

Python
JavaScript
  • Deep understanding of security principles, technologies, risk assessment, and best practices
  • Fantastic people skills with excellent written and verbal communication
  • Experience in a fast-paced VC-backed tech startup or scale-up environment
  • Understanding of best practices managing IT Security in a distributed environment
  • Experience with compliance frameworks (SOC2, GDPR, FCA license)
  • English language proficiency
  • 6+ years of experience

Benefits For Senior Security Engineer

Equity
  • Equity
  • Competitive salary
  • Share options

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