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Staff Security Engineer - Identity at Marqeta

Staff Security Engineer - Identity role at Marqeta.
Remote
Hybrid
On-Site
Canada
USD 102,562 - 128,220
CAD 141,900 - 177,400

Marqeta is seeking a Staff Security Engineer - Identity to help shape and implement modern identity strategies to secure access across all of Marqeta’s systems and services. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for Identity and Access Management (IAM) and proven expertise in cloud-native environments, particularly AWS. This role is 100% cloud-based, with no data center footprint.

The Staff Security Engineer will play a crucial part in:

  • Building and evolving Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) capabilities.
  • Implementing Privileged Access Management (PAM) in a cloud-first (AWS-focused) environment.
  • Designing and architecting a Certificate Lifecycle Management solution that supports cloud-native workloads.
  • Driving integration of IAM across AWS services, SaaS platforms, and developer/DevOps pipelines.
  • Designing identity and access controls to protect AI/ML systems.

Requirements for this role include:

  • A minimum of 8 years related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 5 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years’ experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.
  • Strong experience with IAM tools (e.g., Okta, CyberArk, Ping, SailPoint).
  • Deep knowledge of IAM in cloud-native environments, especially AWS IAM, roles, policies, permissions boundaries, and federation.
  • Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
  • Familiarity with authentication and authorization protocols (SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, Kerberos).
  • Strong grasp of directory services like Active Directory, LDAP, and cloud-based alternatives.
  • Hands-on skills in scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to automate IAM operations.
  • Solid understanding of compliance standards: NIST, SOC 2, PCI DSS, etc.
  • Proven experience integrating IAM into CI/CD pipelines, secrets management, and DevOps workflows.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams.

Marqeta offers:

  • Multiple health insurance options
  • Flexible time off
  • Retirement savings program with company contribution
  • Equity in a publicly-traded company
  • Monthly stipend to support remote work
  • Annual “development dollars” to support growth
  • Family-forming benefits and up to 20 weeks of Parental Leave
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Marqeta

Marqeta is a card issuing platform empowering companies to issue cards, authorize transactions, and manage payment operations in real-time. As an early enabler of embedded finance, Marqeta provides flexibility and control, serving brands across various sectors. The company's platform is trusted by well-known brands in the new economy. Marqeta values customer focus, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and impactful execution. They are committed to equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion.