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Chess.com

Security Engineer

Chess.com

. Lead the vulnerability management program by triaging, reproducing, and assessing security vulnerabilities submitted through Bug Bounty programs .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeRemoteMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vulnerability management, web application security, and secure software development practices. Proficient in translating technical findings into actionable tasks and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Vulnerability ManagementWeb Application SecuritySecurity Testing ToolsPenetration Testing MethodologiesSecure Software Development Lifecycle

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Hard Skills
Vulnerability AssessmentThreat ModelingSecurity Incident ResponseWeb Application Firewall ManagementProgramming in PHPProgramming in JavaScriptPenetration TestingSecurity MonitoringBug Bounty Program ManagementSecure Software Development
Soft Skills
Strong Written CommunicationCollaborationAccountabilityContinuous Learning
Tools & Technologies
Burp SuiteSIEM PlatformsJiraWeb Application Firewalls
Industry Keywords
Information SecuritySecurity PoliciesSecurity ConsultationRemote Team CollaborationSecurity Software Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
FirewallsJavaScriptPHPSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the vulnerability management program by triaging, reproducing, and assessing security vulnerabilities submitted through Bug Bounty programs
  • Work directly with engineering teams to prioritize and remediate security gaps
  • Conduct threat modeling with engineering teams to analyze proposed solutions and identify potential attack vectors before implementation
  • Manage security incident response by reviewing penetration testing results and SIEM reports
  • Translate technical findings into actionable remediation tasks and track resolution through completion
  • Optimize security infrastructure by updating Web Application Firewalls and other security systems
  • Evaluate and implement security software solutions, including vendor demonstrations and procurement processes
  • Provide security consultation and guidance to development teams on secure software development and architecture
  • Communicate security updates, progress reports, and recommendations to stakeholders
  • Maintain current security policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related technical field, or equivalent professional experience
  • Minimum 3+ years of professional experience specifically in web application security
  • Expertise with security testing tools such as Burp Suite or equivalent web request analysis and tampering tools
  • Strong written communication skills in English and ability to explain technical security concepts to diverse audiences
  • Experience working effectively in fully distributed/remote team environments
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and development teams
  • Previous hands-on experience managing or participating in Bug Bounty programs
  • Programming experience in PHP or JavaScript
  • Experience with penetration testing methodologies and tools
  • Knowledge of SIEM platforms and security monitoring systems
  • Familiarity with Web Application Firewall (WAF) configuration and management
  • Understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices
  • Experience with Jira or similar project management and issue tracking systems
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability
  • Passion for continuous learning and staying current with evolving security threats and technologies

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Fully remote work-from-anywhere arrangement
  • Flat, no-corporate culture
  • Full-time opportunity