Security Engineer II

Help us use technology to make a big green dent in the universe!

Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.

We create the technology that redefines utilities and unlocks a new energy system of the future. By optimising renewable generation, building a more intelligent grid, and empowering utilities to deliver an exceptional customer experience, our operating system is transforming the industry worldwide.

It’s an incredibly exciting time to work in energy. Join us on our mission to improve the lives of ONE BILLION humans within the decade and shape a cleaner, better future for everyone.

Kraken Customer

What we do: build the most AI-driven, innovative, forward-thinking platform for energy management. From optimizing resources to delivering cost-effective, exceptional customer experiences through advanced Customer Information Systems (CIS), billing, meter data management, CRM, and AI-driven communications, Kraken is powering the next wave of innovation in the energy industry. We're an innovative and customer-focussed company, helping to drag the utilities industry into the 21st century.

Why we do it: future energy will not look like energy as we know it today. We need to not just think about our future, but build for it. Now.

We are seeking an experienced Security Engineer II that will become a member of a growing Security Team in Kraken Technologies. You’ll play a crucial role in helping to secure our organisation by building and managing our security tooling, integrating security best practices, and shaping a culture of security. This is a creative, and collaborative position that is a full-time member of a dynamic engineering organisation. If you’re passionate about Cloud technologies and driving security by design, we encourage you to apply!

Specifically, we're looking for a Security Engineer II with at least 2 years of relevant experience to help us improve security across Kraken Technologies.

🚀 What you’ll own

You will be supporting the following activities:

• Build security services and engineer security guardrails for cloud-native environments and AI

• Support security operations and help improve incident processes (not on an on-call rota)

• Build, manage, and improve enterprise security tooling, such as Okta, Crowdstrike, and Zscaler focusing on GitOps and automation

• Work with the wider TechOps (IT support team), Platform, and application teams to constantly harden our infrastructure, systems, and applications are secure

• Keep up to date with the latest security architecture and technologies and assess how they could benefit the company

• Develop and maintain security documentation related to security tooling, including technical documentation and guides.

🧠 What you’ll bring to the party

• Leadership skills and the ability to get things done

• Information security and engineering background

• Familiarity with managing enterprise security tools at-scale with a GitOps focus

• Experience with security tools and technologies, such as web application firewalls (WAFs), static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST) tools, and vulnerability scanners

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate security risks

⭐️ Bonus points

• Experience with Python and Terraform (or another similar language)

• Previous experience with managing enterprise security tools

• Familiar with zero trust access principles and implementation

• Security certifications (any of the famous abbreviations)

• Certifications from Cloud and platform providers’ certification paths

• Security qualifications (e.g. apprenticeships or degrees)

• Engineering qualifications

Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have the right tools and environment to unleash your potential. If you have any accommodation requests, please contact us at inclusion@kraken.tech. We’ll do our best to tailor the experience to your needs so you can feel comfortable, confident and be at your best!

Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we’re looking for! At Kraken, we're creating a team of genuine, honest, empathetic people. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. We consider all applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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Please note that, in line with our current recruitment policy, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position; applicants must have the right to work in the country that they're applying to, at the time of application.*