Technical Lead, Security Engineering

Velsera

Pune, Maharashtra
Permanent
Full-time

9 days ago
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About VelseraMedicine moves too slow. At Velsera, we are changing that.Velsera was formed in 2023 through the shared vision of Seven Bridges and Pierian, with a mission to accelerate the discovery, development, and delivery of life-changing insights.Velsera provides software and professional services for:

AI-powered multimodal data harmonization and analytics for drug discovery and development
IVD development, validation, and regulatory approval
Clinical NGS interpretation, reporting, and adoption

With our headquarters in Boston, MA, we are growing and expanding our teams located in different countries!What will you do?

Lead and mentor the Security Engineering team, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
Conduct security assessments across cloud, applications, and networks.
Implement, configure, and manage security tools and technologies:
CrowdStrike EDR & SIEM
CrowdStrike CSPM for cloud posture management
SOAR platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike Fusion, XSOAR, or equivalent) to automate detection, response, and playbooks
Nessus for vulnerability management
BurpSuite for application security testing
Palo Alto Firewalls for network security controls

Drive cloud security strategy and best practices for AWS workloads (IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, KMS, CloudTrail, Config, etc.).
Lead security architecture reviews and collaborate with DevOps, Engineering, and Operations to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities.
Oversee security event monitoring, incident investigations, and automated response playbooks.
Partner with GRC teams to lead security audits and ensure compliance with ISO 27001, HIPAA, and FedRAMP.
Develop playbooks, security controls, and automated workflows for scalable security operations.
Stay up to date with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, compliance trends, and new technologies.

What do you bring to the table?8–10 years of hands-on experience in Security Engineering, Cloud Security, or related roles, with at least 2+years in a lead/mentorship capacity.Proven expertise with:

CrowdStrike EDR & SIEM
CrowdStrike CSPM (cloud posture management, misconfigurations, compliance monitoring)
SOAR platforms (automation workflows, incident orchestration, playbook design)
Nessus for vulnerability scanning & remediation workflows
AWS security services (IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, KMS, CloudTrail, etc.)
Experience on AppSec tools like BurpSuite
Network Security with Palo Alto Firewalls (policy management, threat prevention)
Experience supporting GRC programs and leading external audits (ISO 27001, HIPAA, FedRAMP).
Strong understanding of security principles, incident response, and secure system design.
Proficiency in Linux/Unix system administration and working knowledge of Windows/macOS.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Organized, detail-oriented, trustworthy, willing to speak up, proactive, persuasive
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Certifications preferred: CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent

Benefits

Flexible Work & Time Off - Embrace hybrid work models and enjoy the freedom of unlimited paid time off to support work-life balance.
Health & Well-being - Access comprehensive group medical and life insurance coverage, along with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellness support.
Growth & Learning - Fuel your professional journey with continuous learning and development programs designed to help you upskill and grow.
Recognition & Rewards - Get recognized for your contributions through structured reward programs and campaigns.
Engaging & Fun Work Culture - Experience a vibrant workplace with team events, celebrations, and engaging activities that make every workday enjoyable.
& Many More...

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