Checkr, Inc.
About Checkr
Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Checkr has over 100,000 customers including DoorDash, Coinbase, Lyft, Instacart, and Airtable. We’re a team that solves complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2025 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company.
Sr. Cloud Security Engineer
to drive security initiatives tied with our cloud product infrastructure. This role will collaborate with product, data, platform, and infrastructure teams to identify and mitigate security risk. You will contribute to protecting Checkr and the people who trust us with their information and safety, aligning with our mission of creating a fairer future.
What a typical week may look like at Checkr
Execute on identifying and resolving infrastructure security issues using Checkr’s ways of work and change management processes.
Partner with DevOps and reliability teams to create visibility of security problems and prioritize resolution in a way that respects business needs.
Oversee the management and operationalization of infrastructure security tools, including alert triage, reporting, and monitoring.
Drive detection, investigation, response, and remediation of infrastructure security vulnerabilities.
Consult and advise on infrastructure security architecture, authentication, configurations, policies, and processes.
Participate in risk assessment, compliance, and other security program activities.
What we value in an Infrastructure Security Engineer
Working familiarity with Terraform, GitLab, and DevSecOps workflows.
Passionate opinions about CI/CD, Kubernetes, and serverless technologies.
Expertise in AWS security controls, monitoring, and orchestration (SCPs, GuardDuty, Config, Macie, etc.).
Expertise in perimeter infrastructure security, Web Application Firewalls (Cloudflare, AWS Shield), Web Application Scanners, monitoring (DataDog), and cloud security compliance standards.
In-depth technical knowledge of security engineering, network security, authentication, security protocols, and vulnerability management.
Deep understanding of applying defensive infrastructure automation, advanced threat detection, and attack prevention.
4+ years of experience in the security infrastructure space.
Nice to have
Deep knowledge of shifting left in security for infrastructure as code.
Working knowledge of Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and Vulnerability Management Tools.
Proven track record of implementing and/or managing SIEM/SOAR platforms.
Disaster recovery exercises experience.
Experience with the Atlassian suite (Confluence, Jira, etc.).
Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment.
What You Get
A fast-paced and collaborative environment
Learning and development allowance
Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services
Flexible PTO policy
Monthly wellness stipend, home office stipend
At Checkr, we believe a hybrid work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 2 to 3 days a week. In-office perks include lunch several days a week, a commuter stipend, and snacks/beverages.
Salary transparency: We disclose salary ranges in all of our job postings. The base salary range for this role is $158,000 to $186,000 in Denver, CO. Ranges vary by location as part of our compensation philosophy. If the role is remote, we list the range with the exact location to be specified during recruiting discussions.
Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr Checkr is committed to hiring talented and qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds for all roles. We believe diverse teams enrich the workplace. Checkr also welcomes the opportunity to consider qualified applicants with prior arrest or conviction records, in accordance with local, state, and federal laws including San Francisco’s Fair Chance Ordinance.
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Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Checkr has over 100,000 customers including DoorDash, Coinbase, Lyft, Instacart, and Airtable. We’re a team that solves complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2025 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company.
Sr. Cloud Security Engineer
to drive security initiatives tied with our cloud product infrastructure. This role will collaborate with product, data, platform, and infrastructure teams to identify and mitigate security risk. You will contribute to protecting Checkr and the people who trust us with their information and safety, aligning with our mission of creating a fairer future.
What a typical week may look like at Checkr
Execute on identifying and resolving infrastructure security issues using Checkr’s ways of work and change management processes.
Partner with DevOps and reliability teams to create visibility of security problems and prioritize resolution in a way that respects business needs.
Oversee the management and operationalization of infrastructure security tools, including alert triage, reporting, and monitoring.
Drive detection, investigation, response, and remediation of infrastructure security vulnerabilities.
Consult and advise on infrastructure security architecture, authentication, configurations, policies, and processes.
Participate in risk assessment, compliance, and other security program activities.
What we value in an Infrastructure Security Engineer
Working familiarity with Terraform, GitLab, and DevSecOps workflows.
Passionate opinions about CI/CD, Kubernetes, and serverless technologies.
Expertise in AWS security controls, monitoring, and orchestration (SCPs, GuardDuty, Config, Macie, etc.).
Expertise in perimeter infrastructure security, Web Application Firewalls (Cloudflare, AWS Shield), Web Application Scanners, monitoring (DataDog), and cloud security compliance standards.
In-depth technical knowledge of security engineering, network security, authentication, security protocols, and vulnerability management.
Deep understanding of applying defensive infrastructure automation, advanced threat detection, and attack prevention.
4+ years of experience in the security infrastructure space.
Nice to have
Deep knowledge of shifting left in security for infrastructure as code.
Working knowledge of Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and Vulnerability Management Tools.
Proven track record of implementing and/or managing SIEM/SOAR platforms.
Disaster recovery exercises experience.
Experience with the Atlassian suite (Confluence, Jira, etc.).
Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment.
What You Get
A fast-paced and collaborative environment
Learning and development allowance
Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services
Flexible PTO policy
Monthly wellness stipend, home office stipend
At Checkr, we believe a hybrid work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 2 to 3 days a week. In-office perks include lunch several days a week, a commuter stipend, and snacks/beverages.
Salary transparency: We disclose salary ranges in all of our job postings. The base salary range for this role is $158,000 to $186,000 in Denver, CO. Ranges vary by location as part of our compensation philosophy. If the role is remote, we list the range with the exact location to be specified during recruiting discussions.
Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr Checkr is committed to hiring talented and qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds for all roles. We believe diverse teams enrich the workplace. Checkr also welcomes the opportunity to consider qualified applicants with prior arrest or conviction records, in accordance with local, state, and federal laws including San Francisco’s Fair Chance Ordinance.
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Get notified about new Senior Security Engineer jobs in Denver, CO.
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