About the job
About Etched
Etched is pioneering the development of the world's first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers, achieving over 10x the performance, with significantly reduced costs and latency compared to traditional solutions like B200. By utilizing Etched ASICs, we enable the creation of groundbreaking products that were previously unattainable with GPUs, such as real-time video generation models and advanced reasoning agents capable of deep and parallel thought processes. Supported by substantial investment from top-tier investors and powered by a team of leading engineers, Etched is reshaping the infrastructure layer for the most rapidly evolving industry in history.
Job Summary
At Etched, our mission revolves around cultivating a secure yet frictionless computing environment. As a Security Engineer, you will play a vital role in safeguarding the networks, systems, and applications that empower our engineers to maximize the potential of AI hardware. Your responsibilities will include designing, implementing, and managing the monitoring, detection, and response infrastructure that protects Etched’s intellectual property, high-performance computing clusters, and developer workflows in both on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborating with infrastructure, IT, application, and external provider teams, you will help create systems that are secure by design, resilient under pressure, and user-friendly for all stakeholders.
This position requires a blend of technical expertise and a strong emphasis on scalability and automation. You will take ownership of Etched's security posture across infrastructure, IT, and applications, spearheading proactive threat detection, real-time monitoring, and swift incident response. Your decisions will consistently aim to balance maintaining high operational velocity while enhancing our security and defensive capabilities. You will develop tools, automation processes, and workflows that adapt to our rapidly expanding operations, ensuring that security supports rather than obstructs innovation. If you are driven by precision, accountability, and the desire to make an impact, you will find Etched to be the perfect environment to advance your skills and contribute to the future of AI computing.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and strengthen security baselines across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud systems, ensuring robust protection while preserving speed and usability.
Incorporate telemetry, logging, tracing, and management of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data throughout the entire ecosystem to provide comprehensive observability into infrastructure and application activities.
Lead the efforts in vulnerability management, patching, and compliance...

