Early Warning® · 7 hours ago
Staff Network Security Engineer- DLP
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$131K/yr - $160K/yr
10+ years expEarly Warning is a trusted name in payments, powering and protecting the U.S. financial system for over thirty years. The Staff Engineer - Network Security is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network security infrastructure, focusing on proxy and data loss prevention (DLP) solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Financial ServicesFraud DetectionPaymentsRisk Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develops, implements, and optimizes proxy and DLP solutions to protect sensitive data and ensure secure network access
Serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for proxy and DLP solutions, providing strategic and technical guidance to engineering teams, stakeholders, and leadership
Deploys and integrates security solutions from vendors such as Microsoft, Palo Alto, and Netskope into existing and new network environments
Proactively collaborates with audit and compliance teams to ensure all proxy and DLP solutions comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI DSS, SOX, NYDFS)
Designs, implements, and tests security controls to meet compliance standards, ensuring alignment with governance policies
Oversees the health, performance, and reliability of proxy and DLP systems, proactively identifying and resolving issues
Consults with security and governance teams to define, implement, and enforce security policies and configurations
Advises the security operations team in investigating and responding to network security incidents related to proxy and DLP technologies
Stays abreast of emerging trends in network security and recommends new tools or processes to enhance the organization’s security posture
Develops and maintains detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, operational procedures, control test results, and troubleshooting guides
Qualification
Required
Education and/or experience typically obtained through a bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related technical field
10+ years' experience in network security engineering, with at least 5 years of experience in proxy and DLP solutions
Experience working in or with financial institutions, with a strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender, Palo Alto Prisma Access, and Netskope solutions
Proven track record of collaborating with audit and compliance teams and executing control testing
Deep knowledge of proxy protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, SOCKS) and DLP principles
Expertise in firewall configuration, secure web gateways, and SASE architecture
Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, etc.) for automation and orchestration
Familiarity with Zero Trust frameworks and architectures
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Background and drug screen
Preferred
Experience with IDS and IPS (Intrusion Detection System and Intrusion Prevention System)
Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security (CISSP), Palo Alto PCNSE, Microsoft SC-200, or Netskope Certified Cloud Security Administrator (NCCSA) or similar
Experience in environments transitioning from traditional proxy services to cloud-based solutions
Knowledge of compliance standards such as PCI DSS, NIST, ISO 27001, and NYDFS
Benefits
Healthcare Coverage – Competitive medical (PPO/HDHP), dental, and vision plans as well as company contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) or pre-tax savings through flexible spending accounts (FSA) for commuting, health & dependent care expenses.
401(k) Retirement Plan – Featuring a 100% Company Safe Harbor Match on your first 6% deferral immediately upon eligibility.
Paid Time Off – Unlimited Time Off for Exempt (salaried) employees, as well as generous PTO for Non-Exempt (hourly) employees, plus 11 paid company holidays and a paid volunteer day.
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
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Company
Early Warning®
Early Warning Services, LLC, a financial services technology leader, has been empowering and protecting consumers, small businesses, and the U.S.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cameron Fowler
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
Payments Dive
2025-10-31
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