Sporty's sites are some of the most popular on the internet, consistently staying in Alexa's list of top websites for the countries they operate in
In this role, you will Engineer, implement and monitor security measures for the protection of our computer systems, applications and infrastructure, such as, WAF, DDoS, DNS, Networking, VPN etc. We are looking for a capable team member who enjoys security work and possesses both deep and wide expertise in the security space.
Our Stack
Languages: Python, AWS Lambda
Networking: AWS Cloud, AWS Global Accelerator, PFSense, OpenWRT
VPN: IPSec, L2TP, OpenVPN, Wireguard, Zerotier
Computing & Storage: AWS EC2, AWS VPC, AWS EBS, S3
Monitoring: AWS Cloudwatch
Logging: ELK, OpenSearch
CDN: CloudFront, Cloudflare
WAF: AWS WAF, Cloudflare
DDoS Protection: AWS Shield, Cloudflare
Tools: Kali Linux, MobSF, Frida, Metasploit, WireShark, BrupSuite, NMAP etc
Responsibilities
Work directly with the project teams to facilitate building secure workflows, processes, systems, and services
Develop best practices and security standards for the organization
Understand software, infrastructure and internet needs and adjust them according to the business environment
Develop technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks
Ensure the organization knows as much as possible, as quickly as possible about security incidents
Write comprehensive reports including assessment-based findings, outcomes and propositions for further system security enhancement
Find cost-effective solutions to cybersecurity problems
Conduct the internal/external security test/audit on our service, application, and infrastructure
Assist fellow Team Members with cybersecurity, software, hardware or infrastructure needs
Requirements
3+ years' experience of working as a Security Engineer or other relevant position
Basic coding skills such as HTML, CSS, Shell Script, Python and other languages
In-depth knowledge of database and operating system security
CyberSecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISA/CISM, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or GSEC would be beneficial
Certifications such as PMP, ISO 27001 LA would be beneficial
Ability to discover and identify SQLi, XSS, CSRF, SSRF, authentication and authorization flaws, and other web-based security vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10 and beyond)
Knowledge of common authentication technologies including OAuth, SAML, CAs, OTP/TOTP
Knowledge of browser-based security controls such as CSP, HSTS, XFO
Experience with standard web application security tools (Arachni, BurpSuite)
An understanding of best practices and how to implement them at a business-wide level
Hands-on experience in security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, authentication systems, log management, content filtering
Hands-on experience in network security and networking technologies and with system٫ security, and network monitoring tools
Ability to prioritize projects
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills and able to think through
Critical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems as they arise
English proficiency written and spoken
Benefits
Quarterly and flash bonuses
We have core hours of 10am-3pm in a local timezone, but flexible hours outside of this
Education allowance
Referral bonuses
28 days paid annual leave
2 x annual company retreats (Lisbon + Dubai in 2022 / Phuket in Q2 2023 + 1 more TBC!)
Highly talented, dependable co-workers in a global, multicultural organisation
Payment via world class online wallet system DEEL
Top of the line equipment supplied by market leader Hofy
We score 100% on The Joel Test
Our teams are small enough for you to be impactful
Our business is globally established and successful, offering stability and security to our Team Members
Our Mission
Our mission is to be an everyday entertainment platform for everyone
Our Operating Principles
1. Create Value for Users
2. Act in the Long-Term Interests of Sporty
3. Focus on Product Improvements & Innovation
4. Be Responsible
5. Preserve Integrity & Honesty
6. Respect Confidentiality & Privacy
7. Ensure Stability, Security & Scalability
8. Work Hard with Passion & Pride
Interview Process
HackerRank Test
Remote video screening with our Talent Acquisition Team + live ID check
Remote 90 min video interview loop with 3 x Team Members (30 mins each)
Pre offer call with Talent Acquisition Team
ID check via Zinc
24-72 hour feedback loops throughout process
Working at Sporty
The top-down mentality at Sporty is high performance based, meaning we trust you to do your job with an emphasis on support to help you achieve, grow and de-block any issues when they're in your way.
Generally employees can choose their own hours, as long as they are collaborating and doing stand-ups etc. The emphasis is really on results.
As we are a highly structured and established company we are able to offer the security and support of a global business with the allure of a startup environment. Sporty is independently managed and financed, meaning we don’t have arbitrary shareholder or VC targets to cater to.
We literally build, spend and make decisions based on the ethos of building THE best platform of its kind. We are truly a tech company to the core and take excellent care of our Team Members.
