Staff Security Engineer

Garner Health

. Serve as a technical anchor for Garner’s security function .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesLead💰 $258,000 - $310,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical security design and implementation, with a focus on Cloud Security, AppSec, and Data. Capable of translating security objectives into actionable deliverables while fostering a security-first culture within development teams.

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Technical Security DesignCloud SecurityPython ProgrammingIncident ResponseSecurity Risk Analysis

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Hard Skills

Technical Security ExpertiseData Protection StandardsAutomated Defenses ImplementationSecurity MonitoringRoot Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

Complex Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationCreative Solution DevelopmentDisciplined Analysis

Tools & Technologies

KubernetesSnowflakeAWSTerraformWizCyberhaven

Industry Keywords

Security-Critical SystemsSecurity-First Development CultureTechnical Debt ReductionRisk ReductionHigh-Stakes Security Decisions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudKubernetesPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a technical anchor for Garner’s security function
Lead technical security design and review processes for security-critical systems
Ensure new features meet standards for data protection and resilience
Apply technical security expertise to complex business and technical challenges
Identify inefficient or insufficient technical paths and redirect efforts toward higher ROI
Create and implement automated defenses for security monitoring and incident response
Translate broad security objectives into defined deliverables and architectural requirements
Provide high-level feedback during code and design reviews
Foster a security-first development culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven ability to make high-stakes technical security decisions
Ability to analyze root causes and prioritize security initiatives based on risk reduction
Ability to communicate complex security risks to technical and non-technical partners
Ability to develop creative solutions to reduce technical debt and improve security infrastructure efficiency
Ability to handle complex escalations and security incidents with disciplined analysis and comprehensive resolution
Mastery of one or more technical security domains, such as Cloud Security, AppSec, or Data
Experience or proficiency with Python, Kubernetes, Snowflake, AWS, Terraform, Wiz, and Cyberhaven
Desire to contribute to a high-performing, mission-driven team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity incentive plan
Flexible PTO
Medical/Dental/Vision plan options
401(k)
Teladoc Health
Remote work with occasional travel to HQ
Disability accommodations in the recruiting process