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Lead Security Engineer

Hinge HealthNew YorkRnD
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Salary
$191,200 - $286,800 USD
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
28 Jun 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Lead Security Engineer position at Hinge Health in New York is a full-time opportunity focused on securing the platform that helps millions of people overcome musculoskeletal pain. This role suits an experienced security professional who wants to build robust guardrails, tooling, and standards for AI-assisted development and cloud infrastructure while maintaining engineering velocity.

Key Responsibilities

Audit the current cloud security posture and IAM architecture across the AWS environment within the first three months.
Assess existing AI-assisted development tooling, including Claude Code, Cursor, and MCP gateways, to identify security risks and establish a governance framework.
Design and implement AI-driven tools and workflows to improve threat detection, incident response, security monitoring, and IAM governance.
Enforce policies and protocols to safeguard AI platforms against external threats, data breaches, and misuse by setting up secure agent sandboxing and MCP server governance.
Deliver identity and access management solutions that enforce least privilege principles through automation and AI-driven privilege escalation.
Own the security strategy for cloud infrastructure and AI-enabled development as the primary subject matter expert.
Ensure compliance with privacy regulations, HIPAA, and security frameworks for new services and infrastructure.
Mentor colleagues on security tools and processes, run knowledge-sharing sessions, and write technical proposals with measurable security OKRs.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor's degree in a technical, engineering, or scientific field, or possess comparable education and experience.
Bring at least 3 years of total experience in cybersecurity, with a minimum of 3 years dedicated to security operations or IAM.
Possess at least 2 years of hands-on experience in cloud security operations utilizing AWS.
Demonstrate at least 2 years of coding experience using languages such as Python, Go, or TypeScript, alongside practical infrastructure-as-code work with Terraform.
Show hands-on experience securing AI and machine learning systems, covering data pipelines, model deployments, and API integrations.
Candidates must reside within commuting distance to New York City.

Nice to Have

Hold an AWS Solutions Architect or Security Specialty certification.
Possess AI/ML security certifications or familiarity with adversarial machine learning threats and mitigations.
Experience embedding security controls into CI/CD pipelines and AI-assisted workflows.
Experience managing enterprise identity providers like Okta with deep knowledge of SAML and OAuth 2.0.
Hold SOC 2, PCI, or HIPAA audit and training certifications.
Possess knowledge of low-level networking principles.

Skills and Tools

Python
AWS
TypeScript
Terraform
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Cloud Security Operations

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range between $191,200 and $286,800 USD.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including gender-affirming care and family planning support.
Travel reimbursements if necessary healthcare is unavailable locally.
Traditional or Roth 401(k) retirement plans featuring a 2% company match.
Modern life stipends to support personal learning and development.

About the Company

Hinge Health uses advanced technology to scale and automate musculoskeletal healthcare for over 1.7 billion people affected globally. The platform serves over 20 million individuals across more than 2,550 employers through partnerships with health plans and ecosystem organizations. The company maintains headquarters in San Francisco alongside offices in Montreal and Bangalore.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly through the official Hinge Health careers page.

Skills and tech stack

PythonAWSTypeScriptTerraform

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Lead Security Engineer position?

The salary range for this role is between $191,200 and $286,800 USD per year.

Where is this job located?

The position is based in New York, and candidates must be within commuting distance to New York City.

What are the core technical experience requirements?

Applicants need 3+ years in cybersecurity with a focus on security operations or IAM, 2+ years in AWS cloud security operations, 2+ years of coding experience in Python, Go, or TypeScript with Terraform, and experience securing AI/ML systems.

What benefits does Hinge Health provide?

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, support for family planning and gender-affirming care, travel reimbursements for healthcare access, a 401(k) plan with a 2% company match, and modern life stipends.

What will I accomplish in the first three months?

You will audit the cloud security posture and IAM architecture across the AWS environment, build relationships with key stakeholders, and assess current AI-assisted development tools like Claude Code and Cursor for security risks.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Hinge Health careers page.

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