Aera Technology is a pioneer in the growing category of Decision Intelligence – the technology to digitize, augment, and automate decision-making processes with AI and machine learning. Through our AI decision automation platform, Aera Decision Cloud™, we are helping the best-known brands in the world make smarter, faster decisions.
Privately-held and VC-funded, we have a global team of over 400 Aeranauts – and we’re growing. We deliver Decision Intelligence innovation and services that enable enterprises to automate and scale decision making with accuracy and speed. We continue to be the trusted choice of market leaders for our proven ability to generate value and unlock opportunities that were previously unattainable.
As a Security Operations Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in safeguarding our systems, data, and people — no matter your level of experience. From early-career professionals eager to grow, to senior-level engineers ready to drive strategy, we welcome a range of backgrounds and expertise to join our mission. You’ll be part of a global, agile team working across time zones, technologies, and ideas to strengthen Aera’s security posture. Your impact will scale with your level of experience, and you’ll have the opportunity to grow into new areas as we evolve together.
Responsibilities
Here is our breakdown of expectations based on years of experience:Entry-Level Security Operations Engineer
Assist in monitoring security tools and systems (e.g., endpoint protection, cloud configurations). Support initial triage of alerts and documentation of incidents. Learn and contribute to internal runbooks and best practices. Participate in security awareness initiatives and training sessions. Shadow and learn from incident response and vulnerability management processes.Mid-Level Security Operations Engineer
Configure and support tools like SIEM, endpoint protection, and vulnerability scanners. Assist in automation of operational tasks through APIs and scripting. Monitor and escalate potential security events or anomalies. Partner with IT and cloud teams to enforce access and identity policies. Contribute to documentation and delivery of security training across regions.Senior Security Operations Engineer
Lead implementation and tuning of enterprise security tools across cloud and IT environments. Own integration and automation of services to enforce security policies globally. Drive improvements to our vulnerability management program and incident response readiness. Deliver regional and global training on phishing, social engineering, and awareness topics. Partner with compliance, IT, and legal stakeholders to align on controls and risk.Lead Security Operations Engineer
Serve as subject matter expert on cloud security: identity, access, policy, and network controls. Architect and scale security tools (endpoint, SIEM, vulnerability, monitoring) across Aera’s global footprint. Design, build, and lead automated systems that enforce security policy across all teams. Own the development and delivery of global security education and awareness programs. Build and maintain robust incident response processes, including IR playbooks and simulations. Report on risk, effectiveness, and trends across IR, vulnerability management, and compliance domains.About You
We understand candidates will bring varying strengths depending on their experience level. Here's how we scale expectations:For Entry-Level Candidates:
0–2 years of experience in security, IT, or systems administrationExposure to scripting or automation (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) a plusEagerness to learn, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative mindsetFor Mid-Level Candidates:
2–5 years in a security or infrastructure engineering roleExperience with monitoring tools, endpoint protection, or access control systemsFamiliarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and network security principlesFor Senior Candidates:
5–8 years in security operations or cloud infrastructure securityHands-on experience with incident response and vulnerability managementStrong scripting/automation capabilities and ability to lead cross-functional projectsSkilled in securing enterprise cloud environments (AWS, Azure)For Lead Candidates:
8–10+ years in a security operations or architecture roleTrack record of building, securing, and automating systems at scaleLeadership in incident response, cross-functional risk management, and global security strategyDeep technical knowledge in cloud-native security tools and IAM modelsStrong communicator and mentor across global teamsPerks and Benefits
Stock Options: We believe every Aera team member should have a stake in our future successMedical: A medical subscription to one of the main private healthcare clinic networks (Regina Maria) Employee Referral Program: Earn cash when your referrals get hired!Paid Time Off: Benefit from the beginning of 25 annual leave days;Snacks: When you’re working from the office, you’ll have access to our fully stocked kitchen with a selection of snacks and beveragesEvents and Extras: We work hard and get things done, but we also value the importance of having fun: office outings; birthday celebrations; holiday parties; weekly in-office lunches, and moreWork Schedule: We’re open to a hybrid work model, and can offer a flexible daily schedule depending on your roleNote: We’re continuously re-evaluating these to offer the best for our Aeranauts, so these are subject to change for the betterIf you share our passion for building a sustainable, intelligent, and efficient world, you’re in the right place. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, we're a series D start-up, with teams in Mountain View, San Francisco (California), Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca (Romania), Paris (France), Munich (Germany), London (UK), Pune (India), and Sydney (Australia).
So join us, and let’s build this!Aera Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Aera Technology will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Aera Technology respects the privacy of your data. Please take the time to read our European GDPR privacy candidate notice available here
