Senior Security Engineer II
Compass · Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Posted about 3 months ago · $176,000 - $196,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 81 days Compass's roles stay open a median of 81 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 84% of Compass's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Compass
- high 217 stale, 7 reposted of 228 open
- Hiring momentum
- 349 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-23
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Compass's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Compass.
About this role
As a Senior Security Engineer II at Compass, you will be responsible for enhancing the security of cloud infrastructure by designing and implementing scalable security systems. Your role involves empowering engineering teams with automated security tools, conducting security assessments, and collaborating with various teams to improve security practices. You will also lead initiatives to establish security as a service, ensuring a safe-by-default environment for the organization.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Compass as an employer.
What you need
- At least 5+ years of experience in a security-related role
- At least 2+ years specifically focused on cloud security
- Strong understanding of cloud platforms and security features, particularly AWS and Azure
- Proven experience with a CNAPP or similar cloud security tool
- Proficiency in at least one programming language for automation
- Knowledge of core security principles
Nice to have
- Experience with GCP, OCI and multi-cloud networks and infrastructure
What you get
- Base pay range of $176,000 - $196,000
- Bonuses and restricted stock units
- Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and recharge leave
- Medical, tele-health, dental and vision benefits
- 401(k) plan
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work options
- Base pay varies based on job-related knowledge and skills
- Role involves a significant focus on automation and collaboration with cross-functional teams
Summarised from Compass's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Compass on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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