Lead Security Engineer
Estonia, Tallinn
Security – Security /
Full Time /
Hybrid
We believe it takes great people to create a great product. That’s why our team lives our company values, and we hire based on them, too. Since 2010, Pipedrive has been on a mission to support sales and marketing teams with easy-to-use, powerful tools that make everyday work faster and easier. Today, our cloud-based software is trusted by over 100,000 companies and used in 179 countries. We have grown from a five-person team to a truly international company of over 850+ people, representing more than 50 nationalities, with ten offices distributed across Europe and the US. In 2020, Pipedrive received a majority investment from Vista Equity Partners, a global investment firm that invests exclusively in enterprise software, data and technology-enabled businesses, making Pipedrive the fifth unicorn from Estonia.
We are looking for a Lead Security Engineer to have a pivotal role in shaping and executing our cybersecurity strategy, focusing on infrastructure, cloud, AI, and application security. You will collaborate with a team of cybersecurity professionals, develop comprehensive security plans, and serve as an authority on security matters within these domains. If you are someone with deep expertise in cybersecurity and a passion for mitigating emerging threats, we would like to meet you!
Your new adventure:
- Implement the organization's cybersecurity strategy and roadmap, focusing on infrastructure, cloud, AI, and application security
- Lead security incident response and forensic investigations related to these areas
- Evaluate, select, and implement security technologies, tools, and vendors that align with business needs
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2)
- Conduct security reviews and implement enhancements for infrastructure, cloud, and applications
- Ensure secure-by-design principles are embedded in developed applications
- Stay up to date with the latest security standards, authentication protocols, and emerging threats
- Develop custom security tools or integrate security solutions to enhance protection and efficiency
- Be a mentor to junior members of the team as well as educate internal teams and external partners on security policies, best practices, and controls
- Regularly review and update security policies and controls to align with evolving threats.
- Participate in the on-call rotation for security incident response
- Enable and support teams in securing AI-driven applications and models by providing expertise in threat mitigation, prompt engineering, penetration testing, and compliance—helping them address risks such as prompt injection, adversarial attacks, data poisoning, and unauthorized model extraction while staying ahead of emerging threats
Does this sound like you?
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- 7+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with a strong emphasis on infrastructure, cloud, and application security. Experience focusing on AI security in recent years is a valuable plus
- Deep expertise in cybersecurity frameworks and best practices within these domains
- Extensive experience in incident response and digital forensics, with a strong focus on infrastructure, cloud, and application security
- Proven experience in developing and executing cybersecurity strategies aligned with business goals
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience in identifying and implementing process automation and efficiency improvements
- Hands-on experience securing AWS environments
- Strong knowledge of EDR and CNAPP solutions and their implementation
- Experience securing Kubernetes workloads
- Familiarity with SIEM platforms for threat detection and response
- Proficiency in Python, Node.js and TypeScript
Why Pipedrive?
- People-first culture - Be part of a team that values authenticity, champions collaboration, and supports each other—no egos, just teamwork. Work alongside top talent from around the world in an inclusive space where different perspectives fuel our best ideas. Everyone is welcome
- Unlock potential – Push boundaries, take ownership, and experiment with the latest technologies as we enhance our AI First Vision. We empower bold ideas that drive real change
- We’ve got you – Your well-being matters. Enjoy flexible hours, wellness perks and SWAG. Think performance-based bonuses, 28 paid leave days, well-being days, compassionate leave, and even pawternal leave—because we take care of ourselves and our people
- Grow with us – Whether through mentorship, coaching, or internal mobility, we invest in helping you unlock your potential. Open, honest feedback and clear communication are at our core. We grow together through trust and accountability
- Packed with purpose – Help 100,000+ small and medium-sized businesses grow and succeed while doing meaningful, customer-driven work
Based on this role's access to certain data, Pipedrive might conduct a pre-employment background investigation in conjunction with your application for employment with our company. Such data will be handled in accordance with Pipedrive's Privacy Policy for Recruitment.
Pipedrive is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status.
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We are looking for a Lead Security Engineer to play a key role in defining and implementing our cybersecurity strategy.
If this is something for you, send us your resume (in English) or a link to your LinkedIn profile and please add why we should pay extra attention to your application.
