Talantix.io
Tailscale•11.03.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Remote Security Infrastructure Engineer - Join Tailscale

$120K–$150K/year
RemoteCybersecurity
AWS•Go•Terraform•Ansible•Kubernetes•CI/CD•Container Security

About the Role

We're hiring a Remote Security Infrastructure Engineer to join our innovative team at Tailscale. In this role, you'll be instrumental in enhancing the security of our infrastructure and ensuring that our software remains secure for users worldwide. As a Remote Security Infrastructure Engineer, you'll collaborate with highly technical teams to develop and implement security measures that protect our network and user data.

What You'll Do

  • Design and build security controls across various layers, including cloud platforms, operating systems, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Identify and implement security and privacy features, bug fixes, and defense-in-depth strategies to improve Tailscale's security posture.
  • Conduct audits of Tailscale infrastructure to identify technical security weaknesses and drive solutions to resolution.
  • Support engineering decisions with threat modeling and security analysis.
  • Spend 25-50% of your time writing software, balancing operational and governance responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Technical expertise in securing cloud platforms, particularly AWS, and designing cloud-agnostic systems.
  • Familiarity with container security, orchestration security, and authentication/authorization protocols.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (Tailscale uses Go) and Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or Ansible.
  • Prior experience in a safety-related technical role, including infrastructure security and incident response.
  • Knowledge of operating system internals, security mechanisms, and common networking protocols.

Nice to Have

  • Experience acting as a Subject Matter Expert during security incidents.
  • Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
  • Flexibility to adapt to the dynamic nature of a startup environment.

What We Offer

  • Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A collaborative and inclusive company culture.
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This Remote Security Infrastructure Engineer position at Tailscale offers a unique opportunity to enhance security in a fully remote environment. With a competitive salary and a focus on professional growth, it's an attractive role for cybersecurity professionals.

Salary Range
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Bonus
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Who Will Succeed Here

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Proficiency in AWS services and security best practices, with a strong understanding of IAM, VPC, and security groups, enabling effective management of cloud infrastructure security.

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Experience with Go programming language for developing custom security tools and automation scripts, along with familiarity in using Terraform and Ansible for infrastructure as code.

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A proactive mindset focused on continuous learning and improvement in container security practices, particularly in Kubernetes environments, adapting quickly to new threats and technologies.

Learning Resources

→AWS Security Best Practicesguide
→Learn Go Programmingcourse
→Kubernetes Security Best Practicesarticle

Career Path

Remote Security Infrastructure Engineer(Now)→Security Architect(2-4 years)→Director of Security Engineering(5-7 years)

Market Overview

AWS Market Size 2024
$100B
Annual Growth of AWS Services
15.4%
AI Adoption in Cloud Security
58%
Investment in Cloud Security Solutions
+25%
Labour Demand for Security Engineers
+30%
Avg Salary for Security Infrastructure Engineer
$120K

Skills & Requirements

Required
AWSGoTerraform
Growing in Demand
AWS SecurityDevSecOpsZero Trust Architecture
Declining
Traditional Network SecurityStatic Firewalls

Domain Trends

Increased Focus on Cloud Security
With 58% of organizations adopting AI for cloud security, there is a significant shift towards integrating AI-driven security measures within AWS environments.
Rise of Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
The use of IaC tools like Terraform has increased by 40% as organizations strive for faster deployment and improved security posture.
Shift Towards Container Security
Container security solutions are expected to grow by 30% in 2024, driven by the increasing adoption of Kubernetes in production environments.

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