This role pays less than
78%
of similar roles. Most pay
$151,493–$212,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$148k
versus about
$182k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About Early Warning Services
Early Warning Services is a fintech company that operates the Zelle person-to-person payments network, the Paze digital checkout wallet, and Certos fraud prevention and identity risk solutions for financial institutions.
Early Warning Services currently has
64 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$143,500–$183,000
across 60 roles with salary data.
Sr. Security Engineer joins the security engineering team to drive the availability of the information security toolset while maintaining vulnerability and configuration management baselines. This role involves upgrading and patching application software and operating systems, tracking certificates, remediating vulnerabilities, and integrating security tools into corporate infrastructure. The candidate will identify automation opportunities, assist in incident resolution, perform risk assessments, and mentor junior staff. Key technical requirements include expert knowledge of Linux and Windows administration, networking concepts like routing and NAT, firewall ruleset design, and packet capture interpretation. Proficiency is required in Python for automation, along with experience in SSL/TLS certificate management and enterprise vulnerability scanning platforms. The role addresses the critical need to protect the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data within a complex financial payment infrastructure environment.
What does a Security Engineer earn in California?
Median $198000 from 32 postings across 17 companies.
Manage vulnerability management and configuration management baselines for company software and infrastructure.
Upgrade and patch application software, operating systems, and security tools while remediating identified vulnerabilities.
Track and replace SSL/TLS certificates to ensure continuous service availability.
Integrate security tools into corporate infrastructure and coordinate with auditors to meet compliance requirements.
Identify gaps in the current toolset and research or implement solutions to address them.
Monitor the health of all security tools and perform necessary maintenance or remediation.
Automate repeatable processes using Python or other scripting languages to improve operational efficiency.
Mentor junior staff, manage interns, and participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation for incident response.
What we're looking for
Candidates must possess eligibility to work in the United States for any employer at the date of hire.
Completion of a Bachelor’s degree or 2-year degree in Computer Science or Engineering is typically required.
Minimum 5 years of general IT experience and minimum 3 years of IT Security experience are required.
Experience or certifications in enterprise vulnerability scanning platforms, management frameworks, endpoint security tools, anti-virus, or DLP are required.
Expert understanding of Linux and Windows administration is required.
Proficiency in Python scripting for automation and expert knowledge of networking concepts, firewall ruleset design, and SSL/TLS certificate management are required.
Experience with audit procedures and producing audit artifact documents is preferred.
Additional scripting proficiency in JavaScript, Linux shell, or PowerShell and CISSP, CCNA, or CISA certifications are preferred.