Principal Security Engineer

Get to Know Us:
It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing!
At BlackLine, we're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business of enterprise applications.
Since being founded in 2001, BlackLine has become a leading provider of cloud software that automates and controls the entire financial close process. Our vision is to modernize the finance and accounting function to enable greater operational effectiveness and agility, and we are committed to delivering innovative solutions and services to empower accounting and finance leaders around the world to achieve Modern Finance.
Being a best-in-class SaaS Company, we understand that bringing in new ideas and innovative technology is mission critical. At BlackLine we are always working with new, cutting edge technology that encourages our teams to learn something new and expand their creativity and technical skillset that will accelerate their careers.
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Make Your Mark:
At BlackLine, Principal Engineers are both visionary leaders and hands-on builders. As BlackLine's most senior individual contributors, Principal Security Engineers work on our hardest problems.
Principal Security Engineers at BlackLine have broad experience solving complex and highly exposed cyber security issues, as well as leading teams across security disciplines including penetration testing, security operations, encryption, or identity and access management. They need a deep understanding of the inner workings of the security department's software and how these applications are effective against external threats, both for BlackLine and our external customers. They are "the point of contact" for various external customers when it comes to information security matters. A Principal Security Engineer can answer questions like "how are our customers protected by adversary threats, and how do we continue to research and modernized our efforts against these potential coercions."
You'll Get To:
Security Strategy & Architecture

• Develop and implement the organization's security architecture and frameworks, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Lead threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Advise on security controls and technology strategies for on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to security team members and other engineering teams.
• Lead the design and deployment of advanced security tools and solutions, including SIEMPAM, Cloud Security, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Conduct research on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends to recommend proactive security measures.

Collaboration & Compliance

• Partner with DevOps, IT, and engineering teams to integrate security best practices into development lifecycles (e.g., DevSecOps).
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and industry standards, such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and SOC 2.
• Serve as a security advocate, educating teams and stakeholders on best practices and policies.

Metrics & Reporting

• Define and track security KPIs and metrics, presenting regular updates to leadership on the organization's security posture.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation of security processes, policies, and systems.

What You'll Bring:

• 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles, including 5+ years in a senior or principal engineering position.
• Expertise in securing cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols, cryptography, identity and access management, and secure application development.
• Hands-on experience with security tools and frameworks (e.g., SIEMs, firewalls, vulnerability scanners).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and industry best practices.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex technical challenges.

We're Even More Excited If You Have:

• Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or CEH.
• Experience implementing DevSecOps practices and tools in CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with AI/ML in security contexts.
• Previous experience in mentoring or managing security teams.

Thrive at BlackLine Because You Are Joining:

• A technology-based company with a sense of adventure and a vision for the future. Every door at BlackLine is open. Just bring your brains, your problem-solving skills, and be part of a winning team at the world's most trusted name in Finance Automation!
• A culture that is kind, open, and accepting. It's a place where people can embrace what makes them unique, and the mix of cultural backgrounds and varying interests cultivates diverse thought and perspectives.
• A culture where BlackLiner's continued growth and learning is empowered. BlackLine offers a wide variety of professional development seminars and inclusive affinity groups to celebrate and support our diversity.

BlackLine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, age, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected class or category recognized by applicable equal employment opportunity or other similar laws.
BlackLine recognizes that the ways we work and the workplace itself has shifted. We innovate in a workplace that optimizes a combination of virtual and in-person interactions to maximize collaboration and nurture our culture. Candidates who live within a reasonable commute to one of our offices will work in the office at least 2 days a week.
Salary Range:
USD $213,000.00 - USD $267,000.00
Pay Transparency Statement:
Placement within this range depends upon several factors, including the applicant's prior relevant job experience, skill set, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, BlackLine also offers short-term and long-term incentive programs, based on eligibility, along with a robust offering of benefit and wellness plans.
BlackLine is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation that would better enable your success during the application or interview process, please complete this form.
Accommodations:
BlackLine is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation that would better enable your success during the application or interview process, please complete this form.