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Director of Information Technology and Security

Front Finance

Front Finance

IT
California, USA
Posted 6+ months ago

About Mesh

Founded in 2020, Mesh’s mission is to build an open, connected and secure financial ecosystem. Mesh is a modern financial operating system that provides enterprise clients with the ability to enable digital asset transfers, crypto payments, account aggregation and registered securities trading, all within their platform. Mesh is creating an embedded financial ecosystem that is more open, connected and secure for businesses and users alike.

Mesh has found a particular market need in the digital asset space and is uniquely positioned to provide some much needed simplification. Mesh integrates with 300+ crypto exchanges and self-custody wallets, such as Coinbase, Binance, Kraken, Metamask, Trust Wallet, etc. and offers a seamless, embedded authentication and transfer experience experience that significantly reduces user friction in use cases like asset deposits, crypto payments, crypto payouts, and more.

To learn more, visit https://www.meshconnect.com.

Mesh is funded by notable VCs like Streamlined Ventures, SNR.VC, Hike VC, Heitner Group, Arash Ferdowsi (the Co-founder of Dropbox), Valon Capital, Matt Ocko (the Founding GP of DCVC), Florida Funders, Altair Capital, Network VC, Gokul Rajaram (Board Member of Coinbase and GP at Firebolt VC), amongst others.

About IT Security Technician Position:

As an IT Security Technician , you will play a hands-on leadership for IT and corporate security. You will be responsible for protecting our company’s digital infrastructure from cyber threats, implementing and maintaining security measures, monitoring network activity, and responding to security incidents.Take ownership of onboarding and off boarding vendors, ensuring that appropriate security measures are in place during the process.Your expertise will be essential in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data and systems.The position is remote but the candidate must be based in the United States. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

  • Assess the current IT systems and make recommendations for improvements that align with the company's security policy.
  • Implement and manage network security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and intrusion prevention systems to safeguard against unauthorized access and data breaches.
  • Manage user access and permissions, including user account provisioning and de-provisioning, and implement strong authentication methods.
  • Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities in the organization's systems and applications.
  • Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
  • Promote security awareness and best practices among employees through training and communication initiatives.
  • Monitor network traffic for signs of suspicious activity, investigate security incidents, and coordinate incident response efforts to contain and mitigate threats.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, trends, and technologies, and ensure that systems and software are regularly patched and updated.
  • Participate in security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of security configurations, incident reports, and security-related procedures.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and management to integrate security into all aspects of the organization's operations.
  • Provide ongoing technical support to the team as needed
  • Manage and maintain hardware and software inventory, including laptops, servers, and other devices.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
  • At least 5 years of experience working as IT technician or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure, including cloud-based infrastructure such as Azure
  • Proven experience in IT security, including hands-on experience with security tools and technologies.
  • Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) is a plus.
  • Experience with access control and user permissions management
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

If you are a self-starter who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for helping companies succeed, we encourage you to apply for this position. This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.