Security Analyst, Bug Bounty

About the Role

The Vulnerability Management team's mission is to surface vulnerabilities at scale across Stripe, and the bug bounty program is a vital component of this effort. As a Security Analyst, you will play a key role in creating a culture of continuous excellence in managing vulnerabilities. Your work will have a direct impact on the security posture of Stripe's products and services.

What You Will Do

• Analyze and assess incoming security vulnerability reports from the bug bounty program
• Communicate clearly and effectively with security researchers to follow up on unclear reports and drive report clarity
• Understand the root cause of security vulnerabilities and develop effective mitigation strategies
• Drive the lifecycle of submissions through to resolution, coordinating with product and engineering stakeholders
• Act as the security bridge between external researchers and internal teams to facilitate rapid and effective remediation
• Conduct in-depth data analysis on bug reports and vulnerability patterns to identify systemic risks and inform new security initiatives
• Provide tactical support for vulnerability management triage processes to augment the team as needed
• Prepare and implement improvements to the overall bug bounty program
• Provide feedback and requirements for tool development to enhance triage and security workflows

What We Are Looking For

• Proven ability to follow bug reports, reproduce, and accurately triage security vulnerabilities
• Deep familiarity with web security issues, attack vectors, and exploit methodologies (e.g., OWASP Top 10, CWEs, CVEs)
• Competent in offensive security tools to reproduce issues (e.g., Burp Suite, Nuclei, custom scripting)
• Ability to think like an attacker to understand the impact of vulnerabilities
• Proficient in clear and concise written and verbal communication, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience in one of the following areas: security research, vulnerability management, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and develop effective solutions

Nice to Have

• Experience with bug bounty programs and vulnerability management
• Knowledge of cloud security and containerization (e.g., AWS, Docker)
• Familiarity with security orchestration and automation tools (e.g., Phantom, Demisto)
• Certification in a related field (e.g., OSCP, CISSP)

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on complex and challenging security problems
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Access to cutting-edge security tools and technologies
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance and contributions

• To stand out in your application, be sure to highlight your experience with bug bounty programs and vulnerability management.
• Showcase your technical skills by providing examples of your work with offensive security tools and programming languages.
• Prepare to discuss your approach to analyzing and mitigating security vulnerabilities, and be ready to provide examples from your past experience.
• Familiarize yourself with Stripe's products and services, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to the company's security posture.
• Consider creating a portfolio of your work, including any relevant projects or certifications, to demonstrate your skills and expertise.
• Be prepared to ask informed questions during the interview process, such as what a typical day looks like in the role or what the biggest challenges are for the Vulnerability Management team.