Security Operations Center(SOC) Engineer

OpenFX is seeking a Security Operations Center (SOC) Engineer to lead the development and management of a high-performance security operations function. As a rapidly growing fintech company processing billions of dollars in transactions monthly, OpenFX requires robust security measures to protect its expanding global infrastructure.

The SOC Engineer will be responsible for building and operationalizing a fintech-grade SOC, implementing monitoring across cloud, infrastructure, identity, endpoints, and transaction systems. Key duties include establishing detection coverage aligned with MITRE ATT&CK and fraud threat models, leading end-to-end incident response, minimizing detection and response times, designing high-signal alerting strategies, and defining security KPIs and KRIs.

Candidates should have 8 to 12+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, proven expertise in building or maturing SOCs in complex environments, deep incident response and security investigation experience, hands-on proficiency with SIEM platforms and detection rule engineering, strong knowledge of cloud security (AWS/GCP/Azure), identity systems, and SaaS telemetry, as well as leadership and team management skills. Preferred qualifications include experience in fintech or high-transaction financial systems, knowledge of SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, and relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA.

OpenFX offers a competitive salary and benefits package, equity in a rapidly growing company, and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced startup at the forefront of fintech innovation. The company fosters a collaborative work culture with an emphasis on personal and professional growth, providing a significant impact on global financial infrastructure.