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About the roleKraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join the mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion.As a fully remote company, Kraken has Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. The Security team is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.The TeamWe are a small, M&A-focused Security and IT team that operates within Kraken’s broader Security organization. We represent Security and IT throughout M&A transactions and collaborate with partners across HR, Engineering, Legal, Vendor Management, Finance, Compliance, Business Operations, and other teams.While diligence work is confidential, the team embraces hyper-transparency post-close, fostering open dialogue and candid discussions while staying adaptable to the evolving landscape of the crypto industry.The OpportunitySecurity Diligence: Conduct due diligence on the security and IT components of potential acquisitions, partnerships, and vendor engagements; evaluate the cybersecurity posture, IT infrastructure, and technology stack of target companies.Security and IT Integration: Lead integration of IT systems and security practices for acquired companies; coordinate cross-functional efforts to ensure integration while maintaining Kraken’s security standards.Technical Project Execution: Drive unique security and IT workstreams across M&A transactions; advocate for technical actions, rationalize technology stacks, and align acquired environments with Kraken’s security architecture.Cross-Team Coordination: Partner with Security, IT, Engineering, Corporate Development, and Product leaders to align on requirements, timelines, and execution plans.Process Improvement & Tooling: Continuously improve internal workflows through automation, AI-enabled tooling, and consistent reporting mechanisms.Skills you should HODL4+ years of experience in security, engineering, IT, technical PM, or M&A integration roles2+ years executing or defining technical scopes of work in consulting or client-facing environmentsBroad experience across Security, IT, and Engineering disciplinesDeep expertise in at least one of: Identity & Access Management (IAM), IT Systems Management, Software Engineering, Application Security, DevOps / SRE, Vulnerability Management, Technical Project Management, Security Architecture, Cloud & Datacenter SecurityDemonstrated ability to design or execute technical architecture plans that support business goalsExperience leveraging automation and AI to improve technical workflowsWorking knowledge of audit and compliance frameworksStrong understanding of IT systems, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity principlesFamiliarity with regulatory and legal considerations related to IT and cybersecurityAbility to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environmentsStrong cross-functional collaboration skills with diverse technical and business stakeholdersNice to havesPrior experience in cryptocurrency or fintechExperience working with globally distributed remote teamsDeep listening and empathy for team dynamicsBias for action and results over rigid processesStrategic mindset with the ability to zoom in on tactical detailsCurious, low ego, highly collaborative, open to lessons learnedSystems thinker who sees patterns and opportunities across silosExperience creating unique technical scopes of work for complex initiativesCompensationEstimated base salary range: $83.4K–$166.8K (target annual salary range). Offers equity and offers bonus. This range is not inclusive of other additional compensation elements such as bonus program, equity program, wellness allowance, and other benefits (US Only), including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).Hiring process notesUnless a specific application deadline is stated in the job posting, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Applicants may redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Kraken considers qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment, assessing candidates consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Kraken may ask candidates to complete job-related skills or work-style assessments to evaluate competencies relevant to the role.Equal opportunityAs an equal opportunity employer, Kraken doesn’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind based on protected characteristics outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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