Senior Security Engineer
Mattermost is the leading collaborative workflow platform for defense, intelligence, security, and critical infrastructure.
Trusted by the U.S. Department of War and Fortune 500s, our platform runs on-premises and in private clouds, delivering secure messaging, file sharing, workflow automation, audio/screenshare, and project management all with full data and operational control.
Mattermost powers high-stakes workflows across mission planning, real-time, real-world operations, Dev SecOps, incident response, and cyber defense enabling secure collaboration from tactical edge and DDIL environments to enterprise HQ.
Teams operate across web, desktop, and mobile, with embedded interoperability for Microsoft Teams, Outlook, and Microsoft 365.
We are hiring a Senior Security Engineer to protect the people, infrastructure, and tooling that goes into building and hosting Mattermost.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role at the intersection of enterprise security engineering, cloud information security, and AI-enabled threat response.
Why Join Mattermost
Fully remote, globally distributed team no commute, genuine flexibility
Be a key voice in shaping and delivering security strategy
Competitive salary, equity, and benefits with meaningful work attached
The Role
As a Senior Security Engineer, you will lead the design and implementation of security tooling, harden our cloud and IT infrastructure, and serve as a key responder to incidents.
You will work across a globally distributed team and partner closely with Engineering to manage AI-enabled risk.
Key Responsibilities
Lead security and IT projects to enhance the security posture of infrastructure and the company
Detect, investigate, and remediate security incidents using SIEM, EDR,



and SOAR tooling (e.g. Crowd Strike, Sentinel One)
Conduct threat hunting across cloud and endpoint environments using a Zero Trust framework
Administer company-wide IAM and security monitoring infrastructure
Contribute to security policies, incident response, forensics, and endpoint management programmes
Partner with Engineering to assess and mitigate risks from AI-enabled tools and workflows
Explore and implement AI/automation in detection, analysis, and response pipelines
Engage closely with North American and international staff across time zones
Required Background Skills
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or significant professional security experience
3+ years of hands-on experience in security engineering and incident response
Experience with SIEM platforms and security monitoring systems
Experience with EDR tools such as Crowd Strike or Sentinel One
Knowledge of SOAR platforms and automation of security workflows
Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture principles and threat hunting methodologies
Experience with cloud security controls across AWS, GCP, and/or Azure
Strong knowledge of Linux systems and Kubernetes/Docker environments
Experience with IAM solutions and infrastructure automation
Practical experience evaluating security implications of AI systems and AI-assisted workflows




Experience managing security of Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace tenants
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Background Skills
Experience with certification processes: SOC2, ISO *****, FedRAMP, or Cyber Essentials Plus
Certifications: OSCP, GCIH, GCFA, or equivalent penetration testing / incident response credentials
Experience in Go or Python
Background in open-source communities
Endpoint security management experience in a fully remote organisation
Export Control Eligibility
This role may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations (EAR/ITAR).
Applicants should be aware that eligibility requirements may apply.
Many Spain-based security professionals with defence backgrounds will qualify.
Mattermost takes a market-based approach to pay and pay may vary depending on your location.
The successful candidate s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
These ranges may be modified in the future.
Posting Range
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Mattermost is an EEO Employer, we are a remote-first, open-source company.
We are continually working to expand our hiring in more countries and regions, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations, which takes time.
Mattermost values your unique perspective we welcome all applicants.
We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and are committed to assessing candidates based on their skills and qualifications.
If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know we re happy to assist.
SIEM, EDR, SOAR, Crowd Strike, Sentinel One, Zero Trust,

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