Compass

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.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
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

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Listed by Compass on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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