Security Engineer
$125k - $300k USD
About Us
Delve is building an AI-native platform that transforms compliance from tedious, manual work into effortless, automated workflows.
We’re the fastest growing compliance company on the market. Delve helps 100s of companies save 100s of hours (e.g. Lovable, 11x, WisprFlow) by eliminating compliance busywork and helping them focus on what matters — securely supporting their customers.
Our team is a tight-knit group of builders—former founders, operators, and engineers—obsessed with solving real problems for real customers. We come from Stanford, MIT, Berkeley, OpenAI, and international olympiads. Backed by Insight Partners, General Catalyst, Y Combinator, and top-tier investors, we just raised our 32M Series A and are scaling quickly!
One step at a time, we’re on a mission to eliminate busywork for humanity.
The Role
As our first Security Engineer, you'll wear multiple hats in this high-impact position. You'll be responsible for establishing and managing our internal security controls, infrastructure, and processes while leading our penetration testing efforts and occasionally participating in customer conversations to provide technical expertise. This is a unique opportunity to build security foundations from the ground up at a company that deeply understands the security landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive security controls across our infrastructure and operations
Set up and manage essential IT security tools including endpoint protection, SIEM, identity management, and monitoring systems
Conduct security assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response
Ensure compliance with relevant frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc.) to support customer trust and sales efforts
Manage access controls, privileged accounts, and security awareness training programs
Plan, execute, and document internal penetration tests across applications, infrastructure, and networks
Manage and coordinate a small team of internal and external penetration testing contractors
Develop internal penetration testing capabilities and methodologies
Participate in customer security discussions and technical deep-dives during sales processes
Support customer onboarding by addressing security questions and requirements
Provide technical expertise during customer calls when security architecture questions arise
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
3-5 years of hands-on security engineering or IT security experience
Proven penetration testing experience with ability to perform manual testing across web applications, networks, and cloud environments
Experience managing security contractors or external testing teams
Extremely comfortable using AI tools for productivity and security tasks, including AI-powered red team tools and security testing platforms
Strong background in cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and infrastructure security
Experience with identity and access management, network security, and endpoint protection
Demonstrated ability to work independently and drive initiatives in fast-paced startup environments
Excellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Self-starter mentality with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Experience at early-stage startups or high-growth technology companies
Background in AI/ML security considerations and challenges
Relevant security certifications (OSCP, CISSP, CISM, Security+, CEH, etc.)
Experience with compliance frameworks and audit processes
Previous customer-facing experience in technical roles
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and security automation tools
Understanding of B2B SaaS security requirements and customer expectations
Experience with automated penetration testing tools and frameworks
Background in managing vendor relationships and security service providers
Why In-Person SF Matters
You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with an exceptional team:
Ex-Stanford, MIT, and Berkeley engineers with dozens of papers
International Olympiad winners and medalists
Ex-OpenAI engineers with 10+ years of domain expertise for mentorship
Ex-Google Deepmind engineers
Former founders who’ve closed $500k in revenue at 19 and hired 40+ people
Decisions happen live, not in backlogged async threads
A players work with A players. There’s a buzzing energy in the office. Hit the whiteboard with anyone here and you’ll understand why.
Benefits
Compensation: $125,000 - $300,000 annually, plus equity, comprehensive benefits, and professional development budget.
100% medical, dental & vision coverage (for you; partial for dependents)
401k with employer match
Unlimited PTO + federal holidays
GrubHub stipend + all meals covered in-office
Gym membership covered
Frequent team dinners, events, and off-sites
The opportunity to eliminate busywork for humanity