Senior Cloud Security Engineer

At EBANX, you’ll help expand access to payments and technology in some of the world’s most dynamic markets. We’re a unicorn-status fintech, AI-powered, and scaling fast across 29 countries and counting.

Our platform connects leading global companies to more than 1 billion consumers, enabling seamless cross-border payments where it matters most. We build with purpose, move with speed, and create solutions that are both innovative and inclusive.

If you’re looking to be part of a company that’s transforming the future of payments with clarity, ambition, and real-world impact — we’d love to meet you.

In the IT Ops team, we take care of the infrastructure that keeps EBANX running every day. We ensure that employees have the best experience with devices, networks, and systems, providing fast, secure, and efficient support so nothing gets in the way.

Your day-to-day impact:

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  Strengthen the security of our AWS and GCP environments by building, improving, and monitoring cloud security controls;

  
  


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  Lead and support security investigations, collaborating with multiple teams to prevent incidents and drive long-term improvements;

  
  


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  Develop automations and tools (Python, IaC, Kubernetes integrations) that reduce manual work and increase security coverage;

  
  


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  Contribute to PCI-DSS, ISO-27001, ISO-27701 and ISO-27718 compliance efforts by ensuring controls are implemented and continuously improved;

  
  


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  Design and maintain secure infrastructure using Terraform and CloudFormation, supporting scalable and reliable services;

  
  


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  Partner with Engineering, Cloud Platform, FinOps, and GRC teams to embed security into the development lifecycle and influence architecture decisions;

  
  


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  Help elevate EBANX’s cloud security posture through documentation, best practices, and continuous learning;

  
  

Must-haves to shine in this role:

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  Solid experience working with cloud environments (AWS, GCP or Azure), preferably in security-focused roles;

  
  


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  Hands-on skills with Infrastructure-as-Code such as Terraform or CloudFormation;

  
  


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  Ability to automate tasks and build tools using Python or other scripting languages;

  
  


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  Understanding of security frameworks and standards like PCI-DSS or ISO-27001;

  
  


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  Experience participating in or leading security incident investigations;

  
  


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  Familiarity with Linux administration and Kubernetes concepts;

  
  


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  Strong ownership, curiosity, and willingness to collaborate with cross-functional teams;

  
  


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  A mindset focused on continuous improvement, learning, and delivering secure solutions at scale;

  
  

Bonus points if you have:

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  Cloud security certifications such as AWS Security Specialty, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, or equivalent;

  
  


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  Additional cloud certifications across AWS, GCP, or Azure that demonstrate depth of knowledge;

  
  


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  Experience working in PCI-DSS or ISO-certified environments;

  
  


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  Previous exposure to high-scale, mission-critical systems;

  
  


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  Contributions to automation, open-source tooling, or cloud/security best practices;

  
  


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  Experience improving or securing Kubernetes clusters in production environments;

  
  

EBANX offers:

• WAVES Program: Annual bonuses based on the company’s performance.


• Meal/Food Allowance: Credit provided on a flexible benefits card.


• EBANX Education: Financial support for undergraduate, graduate, and MBA programs to support your professional growth.


• EBANX Skills: Budget dedicated to workshops, courses, and certifications to encourage your continuous development.


• Language Classes: Spanish, English, and Portuguese lessons for your personal and professional development.


• EBANX Health: Comprehensive medical and dental plans fully covered for the employee, plus subsidies for dependents to take care of your and your family’s well-being.


• EBANX Family: Childcare assistance, extended parental leave for caregivers, and support programs for pregnant employees and children.


• Life Insurance: Fully paid by EBANX.


• Transportation: Parking assistance or transportation vouchers, depending on your needs.


• EBANX Flexible: A special day off on your birthday, semi-flexible working hours (8 hours/day, Monday to Friday), and year-end recess between Christmas and New Year’s without affecting your vacation days.


• EBANX Play: Well-being program including access to Wellhub, e-Sports, and partnerships with SESC.


• Blue Club: Exclusive discounts at bakeries, restaurants, stores, courses, and more.

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