Full-Time

Senior Security Engineer

Posted on 6/27/2024

 PrizePicks

PrizePicks

501-1,000 employees

Daily fantasy sports platform for predictions

Fintech
Entertainment
Gaming

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Occasional travel to HQ in Atlanta, GA.

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 operates a daily fantasy sports platform where users can predict how well their favorite athletes will perform in various sports. Users choose between 2 to 5 players and decide if each will perform above or below a specific benchmark. The accuracy of these predictions determines the potential winnings, with users able to earn up to 10 times their entry fees. The platform is mainly aimed at sports fans in the United States and Canada, although some states have restrictions on participation. PrizePicks makes money through entry fees and offers real-money games, making it a popular option for fans who want to engage more with sports. The company has been recognized with several awards, including SBC Rising Star and Atlanta Top Workplace.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$2.2M

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

6%
Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • PrizePicks' celebrity partnerships enhance brand visibility and user engagement.
  • The new 'Streak' game expands PrizePicks' offerings and market reach.
  • PrizePicks' expansion in Atlanta will create 1,000 new jobs, boosting local economy.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from new DFS platforms may dilute PrizePicks' market share.
  • Regulatory challenges could delay the launch of new games like 'Streak'.
  • Rapid expansion may strain resources and lead to operational inefficiencies.

What makes PrizePicks unique

  • PrizePicks offers a unique over/under prediction model in daily fantasy sports.
  • The platform covers the widest range of sports among DFS operators.
  • PrizePicks is the closest legal alternative to mobile sports betting in many U.S. states.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Performance Bonus

Company Social Events

INACTIVE