Security engineer in fintech

Kredete is a financial technology company building modern financial infrastructure for global money movement. We help businesses and individuals move money instantly across borders, and access financial products designed for a globally connected world. Powered by stablecoins and modern payment systems, Kredete enables faster, more affordable, and more accessible cross-border transactions across 60+ countries. Our mission is to transform global finance by building secure, scalable, and customer-centric financial solutions for individuals and businesses.

• Continuously monitor security alerts from our SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and other security systems to detect and investigate malicious activity.
• Lead the response to security incidents, performing containment, eradication, and forensic analysis to identify root cause and prevent recurrence.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on our networks, applications, and cloud environments to find security gaps before attackers do.
• Configure, manage, and optimize our security infrastructure, including firewalls, WAF (Web Application Firewall), IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection tools.
• Develop scripts (e.g., in Python, Bash, or PowerShell) to automate repetitive security tasks and improve our operational efficiency.
• Help implement and enforce IT security policies and controls, ensuring compliance with relevant standards like ISO 27001 or the NDPA.
• Contribute to company-wide security training initiatives to foster a strong culture of security awareness.

• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• You have 3-5 years of hands-on experience in a cybersecurity role such as Security Engineer, SOC Analyst, or Network Security Administrator.
• Firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet), SIEM (Splunk, Elastic, Sentinel), and EDR (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne).
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, and network segmentation.
• Hands-on experience securing cloud platforms, preferably AWS or Azure.
• Strong administration skills for both Windows and Linux environments.
• You have a strong grasp of common cyber threats, attack vectors, and vulnerability management lifecycles.
• You are a proactive problem-solver with excellent analytical skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure during incidents.
• You can communicate complex security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Будет плюсом: Professional cybersecurity certifications such as CEH, CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or CISSP (Associate); Experience with scripting for automation using Python, PowerShell, or Bash; Knowledge of securing containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes); Experience participating in internal or external security audits; A passion for continuous learning and staying updated with the latest security trends and threats

• Compensation + Equity-linked incentive package
• Opportunity to help shape the future of cross-border financial infrastructure
• High-impact role with direct visibility into company growth and strategy
• Small, high-performing teams with strong ownership and autonomy.
• Fast execution environment with meaningful career growth opportunities
• Exposure to global markets, fintech innovation, and emerging payment systems
• Collaborative and mission-driven culture focused on building products customers genuinely love