Senior Cloud Security Engineer at TRM Labs | Torre

Senior Cloud Security Engineer

You'll secure global financial systems, disrupting crypto crime with advanced cloud security and AI solutions.
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OverviewTRM Labs provides blockchain analytics and AI solutions to help law enforcement and national security agencies, financial institutions, and cryptocurrency businesses detect, investigate, and disrupt crypto-related fraud and financial crime. TRM’s blockchain intelligence and AI platforms include solutions to trace the source and destination of funds, identify illicit activity, build cases, and construct an operating picture of threats. TRM is trusted by leading agencies and businesses worldwide who rely on TRM to enable a safer, more secure world for all.From our customers to our code, and everything in between, the security team at TRM is integral to every aspect of our business. As a Senior Cloud Security Engineer, you will contribute to the charter for maturing TRM’s cloud infrastructure and security systems at scale. From designing the strategy to implementing best practices, your work will accelerate our mission of building a safer financial system for billions of people. The impact you’ll have here:Provide technical guidance and leadership as a cybersecurity expert on topics such as architecture, configuration management, and environment designLeverage automation tools, configuration management, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions to standardize security across all environmentsGuide relevant stakeholders such as engineering, product, and leadership and ensure alignment with security strategiesIdentify and communicate cloud platform vulnerabilities and mitigation options to stakeholders that balance business agility with securityServes as a Cloud Security Subject Matter Expert (SME) by maintaining knowledge of industry-recognized cloud security technologies and concepts; actively engages and assists lines of business to understand their needs and develop secure business solutionsDrive security improvements in the GCP environment and perform Identity and Access Management (IAM) in GCP to ensure that principles of least privilege and roles-based access control are maintainedParticipate in audits of the cloud environment by working with external auditors and internal resources to ensure we are meeting expectationsWhat we’re looking for:Relevant industry experience in managing cloud security programs, Identity Access Management (IAM), and cloud-native security solutions (e.g., firewalls)Expert-level knowledge of cloud infrastructure components, preferably with GCPStrong bias for action; ability to juggle multiple priorities and create a sense of urgency in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Ability to audit and provide audit support for security controls within the cloud environmentExperience with infrastructure vulnerability testing tools, Cloud Application Platforms (Heroku), and Infrastructure as code tools (Terraform)About the Team:The culture of our team is built on mutual respect, where everyone's opinion is valued and heard.We prioritize flexibility and efficiency, always seeking smarter ways to work without compromising quality.Transparency is at the heart of how we operate, both within the team and with the business, as we focus on clearly communicating and addressing cyber risks.Our collaborative approach ensures that we not only mitigate these risks but also align our efforts with business goals to protect and drive success.Team’s Time Zones:Eastern Standard Time (EST - GMT-4)Pacific Standard Time (PST - GMT-7)Central European Summer Time (CET - GMT+2)Life at TRMWe are building a safer world. That promise shows up in how we work every day.TRM moves quickly. We are a high velocity, high ownership team that expects clarity, follow-through, and impact. People who thrive here are energized by hard problems, experimentation, and continuous feedback. If something takes months elsewhere, it will ship here in days.Our work sits at the intersection of AI, national security, and fighting financial crime. The problems are complex, the stakes are real, and the environment evolves quickly. The pace and intensity of the work reflect the importance of the mission. As a result, the way we operate requires a high level of ownership, adaptability, collaboration, and creative problem-solving.At TRM, you should expect:Priorities and targets to change quickly as we experiment and iterateWork that often requires operating with a high degree of ambiguityA high level of personal ownership and accountabilityClose collaboration across teams and functionsFrequent, high-touch communicationCreative problem solving and out-of-the-box thinkingA pace that rewards urgency, adaptability, and outcomesThis environment is energizing for people who enjoy building, solving hard problems, and making progress in situations that are not always fully defined. It also requires comfort navigating ambiguity, adjusting course as new information emerges, and maintaining focus and positivity in a fast-moving and intense environment.We also recognize that this style of operating is not for everyone. If you are primarily optimizing for predictability or a consistently balanced workload, we encourage you to use the interview process to pressure test whether this environment is truly the right fit. We want teammates who thrive here, not just survive here.At the same time, many people find this work deeply rewarding. If you are excited by meaningful problems, motivated by ambitious goals, and energized by working alongside mission-driven colleagues, there is a good chance you will find TRM to be an exceptional place to grow and contribute.AI Fluency at TRMAI fluency is a baseline expectation at TRM. We believe AI meaningfully changes how top performers operate. We expect every team member to use AI to accelerate and reimagine their craft, not just automate surface tasks.At TRM, AI fluency means you are among the top 10 percent of operators in your function in how you apply AI to:Accelerate repeatable workflowsStructure and solve problemsImprove output qualityIncrease speed and leverageYou will be evaluated on applied AI fluency during the interview process.Leadership PrinciplesWe hire and grow against three leadership principles. They’re the standards for how we operate, treat each other, and make decisions.Impact-Oriented Trailblazer: We put customers first and move with speed, focus, and adaptability. We treat every plan like an experiment – test, ship, measure, and iterate quickly.Master Craftsperson: We care deeply about our craft. We balance speed with high standards, own outcomes end‑to‑end, and invest in getting better everyday.Inspiring Colleague: We add clarity and energy, not noise. We bring humility, candor, and a one‑team mindset — giving and receiving feedback to make the team stronger.Join our MissionAt TRM we care deeply about our craft. We are looking for individuals who want their work to matter, who experiment with speed and rigor, and who take pride in building a safer world for billions of people. If you’re excited by TRM’s mission but don’t check every box, we encourage you to apply — we hire for slope, judgment, and the will to learn fast.TRM is a Series C company with $220M in total funding. Headquartered in San Francisco, TRM operates as a distributed-first company with hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Washington D.C., London, and Singapore.
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