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Senior Security Engineer

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 PrizePicks

PrizePicks

201-500 employees

Simplified daily fantasy sports platform

Consumer Software
Gaming

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Python
Management
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • 7-10 years of relevant work experience.
  • At least 3 years of strategic technical leadership experience in Information Security.
  • Deep knowledge of cloud security and posture management with an ability to think like a bad actor and use context to build threat models.
  • Ability to define risks both in technical and non-technical terms with business-relevant language.
  • Strong experience with the ability to architect and implement measures both within the software development life-cycle and surrounding infrastructure.
  • Certification from GIAC or similarly accredited organization with appropriate scope toward the role.
  • Cloud information security management systems
  • Scripting Language Expertise (Shell, Ruby, Python)
  • Penetration testing tooling
  • SIEM tooling
  • Implementing distributed software systems
  • Linux or similar UNIX type operating systems
  • Kubernetes and other containerized compute services.
Responsibilities
  • Define and drive the adoption, improvement, and governance of the Cloud Information Security Program.
  • Define, build and implement PrizePicks’s cloud security strategy and regularly assess the technical and resource needs to support the long-term vision for the program.
  • Evaluate business and technical requirements to identify and implement tools, processes, and technologies to improve our security posture in our cloud environments.
  • Coordinate the orchestration, automation, and management of cloud native tools as well as 3rd party vendor solutions.
  • Engage with stakeholders to help architect with adequate security and resiliency features in cloud environments.
  • Drive Security Operations during incident response and investigations.
  • Maintain and improve the cloud security control framework in support of corporate-wide programs.
  • Maintain and improve the cloud information security program documentation structure, supporting templates, and standard procedures.
  • Serve as a subject-matter-expert for cloud security and act as a first point of contact for critical issues, security risk assessments, third-party audits, and regulatory requirements.

PrizePicks provides a user-friendly daily fantasy sports platform, supporting a diverse array of sports from NFL and NBA to esports like League of Legends and Valorant. This company is an ideal workplace for those passionate about leveraging technology to enhance the fantasy sports experience, offering a dynamic environment where innovation in gaming and sports interaction is highly valued. Additionally, working here means being at the forefront of expanding digital entertainment options in the fantasy sports domain, keeping pace with rapidly evolving consumer interests and technological advancements.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$9.5M

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

38%

2 year growth

203%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • PrizePicks' rapid growth and expansion, including a $25 million investment in a new Atlanta headquarters, indicate strong job creation and economic impact.
  • The company's innovative product offerings, like PrizePicks Arena, demonstrate a commitment to enhancing user experience and expanding market reach.
  • High-profile partnerships with sports figures like Justin Gaethje and Sean O'Malley can attract new users and boost brand loyalty.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive nature of the daily fantasy sports market requires continuous innovation to maintain a leading position.
  • Expansion into new markets and product offerings may strain resources and operational capacity.

What makes PrizePicks unique

  • PrizePicks is the largest independent skill-based fantasy sports operator in North America, setting it apart from competitors who may not focus solely on skill-based games.
  • Their commitment to responsible gaming, highlighted by their collaboration with Kindbridge Behavioral Health, sets a new industry standard for player and employee support.
  • PrizePicks' strategic partnerships with major sports teams and entertainment venues, such as the Atlanta Braves and State Farm Arena, enhance their brand visibility and community engagement.