About MoonPayHi, weâre MoonPay. Weâre here to onboard the world to the decentralized economy by making digital money move as universally and effortlessly as the internet.Why?Because crypto, stablecoins and blockchain arenât just technologies. Theyâre tools for global financial empowerment. They give people and businesses more control over their money, their digital assets, and their future, opening access to legacy financial systems that have been out of reach for many.What we doMoonPay is a unified payments platform for digital currency. We make it easy for anyone, anywhere, to buy, sell, swap and pay in digital currencies as easy as sending an email. That simplicity is intentional, our focus is reducing complexity so people can participate confidently, without needing to be crypto experts. We power the entire flow between fiat and crypto end to end, with compliance, identity checks, fraud prevention, and settlement all built in. This end-to-end approach reflects how we work internally: with accountability, rigor, and trust built into everything we ship.Proven at scaleTrusted by over 30 million customers and over 500 ecosystem partners, our secure, enterprise-grade platform is driving mainstream crypto adoption worldwide. Behind those numbers are millions of real people and organizations relying on MoonPay every day. We collaborate with innovative brands and projects to build secure, scalable solutions for a blockchain-powered future. This is an opportunity to help shape systems, not just scale them. And weâre committed to doing it right. Fully licensed in the U.S. and regulated across the UK, EU, Canada, and Australia, because trust and compliance are non-negotiable. But weâre just getting started. Weâve launched a consumer app that makes crypto accessible, intuitive, and usable for everyone, and itâs growing fast. Weâre iterating every day to make it the best it can be. If you believe financial freedom should be for everyone. If you believe in building a fairer, more open financial system - we want you with us. To build systems that benefit all, we need contributions from all, regardless of background. Come build the future of payments and the decentralized economy with MoonPay. Letâs make financial freedom and autonomy the new normal.
Locations Supported ð
US
Relocation available: No
Work pattern:
This role will be remote/hybrid
\nAbout the Opportunity
Our Security Team is a dynamic blend of proactive defenders and inquisitive problem-solvers. We're dedicated to fortifying our cloud infrastructure (GCP and AWS) through rigorous security reviews, threat modeling, and automated controls. We actively manage our cloud security posture, ensuring swift response and remediation to identified risks. We leverage cutting-edge tools like DataDog for cloud security monitoring and Terraform for secure Infrastructure as Code. Collaboration is key, as we embed security best practices throughout the infrastructure lifecycle. We are constantly researching emerging cloud threats, crafting effective mitigation strategies, and empowering our engineering teams with comprehensive training. We maintain up-to-date cloud security standards, baseline, implement Just-in-Time (JIT) access controls, and will establish and lead our cloud incident management process.
What You Will Do
Perform Threat Modelling of architectural infrastructure changes and new cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes deployments in GCP and AWS.
Design, implement, and manage robust security controls and configurations for our GCP and AWS environments.
Develop and maintain secure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and tools.
Implement, manage, and enhance Cloud Security monitoring using DataDog, including alert configuration, response procedures and not just rely on out of box (OOTB) rules
Implement and manage Just-in-Time (JIT) access solutions for elevated privilege access to cloud resources.
Establish and manage the cloud incident management process and program, including leading incident response activities for cloud security events.
Collaborate with infrastructure and development teams to integrate cloud security best practices throughout the infrastructure lifecycle.
Research and evaluate emerging cloud security threats and vulnerabilities, and develop effective mitigation strategies.
Develop and deliver cloud security training and awareness programs to engineering and relevant teams.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of cloud security standards, policies, and documentation, ensuring they are up-to-date.
Manage the future of our cloud security posture, driving continuous improvement and strategic initiatives.
Accurately document cloud security configurations, processes, and knowledge, and effectively disseminate this information to other teams.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and drive remediation for cloud infrastructure.
Support requirements and evidence requested from auditors, compliance and regulators
About YouMust-have experience and skills
You have extensive experience in Cloud Security, with deep expertise in GCP and AWS.
You possess a strong understanding of Threat Modelling principles and their application to cloud infrastructure and architectural designs.
You have hands-on experience with cloud security tools and technologies, including DataDog for security monitoring and Terraform for Infrastructure as Code.
You have proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing cloud security controls and configurations.
You have experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) in cloud environments, including the implementation and management of Just-in-Time (JIT) access solutions.
You have a proven ability to establish and manage incident response programs specifically for cloud environments.
Proficiency in scripting or programming languages relevant to cloud automation and security (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Go, or similar) is a plus.
You are comfortable explaining technical security concepts, vulnerabilities, and effective mitigations to diverse audiences.
You are self-motivated, can work independently and effectively in a remote setting while maintaining a team-focused mindset.
You are highly skilled in documenting security processes and configurations and effectively sharing knowledge with other teams.
Nice-to-have experience
You have a good understanding of cryptography and its applications in cloud security.
You contribute to the security community (e.g., open source projects, conference talks, CTFs).
Bonus Points
Relevant security certifications (e.g., GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, SANS) are a plus but not required.
Your background experience includes working in a disruptive technology environment, ideally within FinTech, SaaS, or Crypto.
\n$209.66 - $220.70 a year\nBLOCK Values Weâre looking for people who live our core values, those who strive for excellence and want to leave a lasting legacy on the global financial system. Our values:B - Be HungryL - Level UpO - Own ItC - Crypto CuriousK - KaizenResearch has shown that women are less likely than men to apply for this role if they do not have experience in 100% of these areas. Please know that this list is indicative, and that we would still love to hear from you even if you feel that you are only a 75% match. Skills can be learnt, diversity cannot.Benefits & Perks ð¡ð°Competitive salary package ð¤ Equity package: We believe financial freedom starts with our employees, so all employees have ownership at MoonPayð Pay for performance equity bonus: Those who drive outsized outcomes receive outsized rewards ð Moonshot award. We honor exceptional impact - 10 employees twice a year, each earning a $250,000 equity grant.ð Unlimited holidays: We give you the autonomy to choose when to work (and when to switch off)ð Hybrid working schedule: Work fully remotely or your nearest Moonbase, the choice is yours 𩺠Private Healthcare benefits: To protect you and your loved ones ð¼ Enhanced parental leave: So you can spend more time with your loved ones without a second thoughtð Annual training budget: We support your training journey every step of the way ðª Home office setup allowance: Create the home office of your dreams ð Remote working allowance: Those working fully remotely get a little extra for utilities ð° Monthly budget to spend on our products and zero fee crypto transactions: Cultivate your inner DEGEN ð° Employee referral programme: Great people know great people, refer them to receive 10K in USDC âï¸ Regular remote company offsites: Meet your colleagues regularly for high impact in person sessions and hackathons ð Working in a disruptive and fast-growing company where excellence is rewarded Commitment To DiversityAt MoonPay we believe that every voice matters. We strive to create a mindful and respectful environment where everyone can bring their authentic self to work, and experience a culture that is free of harassment, racism, and discrimination. Thatâs why we are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are a proud equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including, but not limited to, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, and leave of absence. MoonPay is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please inform our Talent Team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.Please mention the word **ADMIRER** and tag RNTEuMTU5Ljc2LjI5 when applying to show you read the job post completely (#RNTEuMTU5Ljc2LjI5). This is a beta feature to avoid spam applicants. Companies can search these words to find applicants that read this and see they're human.