Staff IT Engineer
Sysdig
IT
Costa Rica
Posted on Jan 12, 2026
At Sysdig, we believe cloud security isn't a compromise - it's a promise. From the start, our mission has been clear: to help organizations secure innovation in the cloud, the right way.
We created Falco, the open standard for cloud threat detection, and continue to lead the cloud security market with runtime insights, open innovation, and agentic Al. Creators of technology trusted by over 60% of the Fortune 500, Sysdig gives teams the real-time clarity to move fast and defend what matters most.
Culture matters here. We believe diversity fuels stronger ideas, and open dialogue drives sharper decisions. Recognized as a Best Place to Work and one of Deloitte's fastest-growing companies for the past 5 years, we're here to raise the standard for what cloud security and workplace culture should be.
If you have the passion to dig deeper, the desire to challenge convention, and the curiosity to build something better, Sysdig is the right place for you.
What you will do
- Automation, Cloud & DevOps Engineering:
- Lead the initiative to migrate configuration into Infrastructure-as-Code with CI/CD execution
- Build serverless automation using AWS (Lambda, S3, EventBridge) or equivalent cloud services
- Convert manual workflows into automated pipelines.
- Partner interdepartmentally to improve posture, efficiency, and tooling refinement
- Device Management, Security & VDI:
- Oversee device lifecycle management across macOS, Windows, and Linux (Intune, Jumpcloud, Kandji, and Fleetdm)
- Administer patching, software distribution, and device compliance policies
- Operate and improve EDR tooling (SentinelOne or equivalent) for detection and response
- Manage Data Loss Prevention technologies (Google DLP, Cyberhaven, Material, and Abnormal)
- Architect VDI frameworks to support secure access models
- Deploy secure browser and device trust environments to protect corporate data
- Identity & Access Management (IAM)
- Architect and operate enterprise IAM platforms using Okta, Okta Workflows, and Identity Governance
- Design and enforce least-privilege access at scale across endpoints, SaaS, and cloud environments
- Build automated lifecycle provisioning/deprovisioning pipelines
- Integrate new SaaS tools securely with Okta, driving compliance and audit-readiness
What you will bring with you
- Advanced automation and DevOps expertise — scripting, CI/CD, and Infrastructure-as-Code with experience building serverless workflows (AWS Lambda, S3, EventBridge).
- Identity and access architecture proficiency — knowledge of Okta, Okta Workflows, IGA, and designing scalable least-privilege access models across SaaS, cloud, and endpoints.
- Endpoint security and compliance mastery experience. Includes EDR with SentinelOne, DLP enforcement with Google DLP, Cyberhaven, Material, and Abnormal. Additionally, it involves patching and secure configuration management across macOS, Windows, and Linux.
- VDI and secure access engineering — ability to architect Virtual Desktop Infrastructure and secure browser/device trust frameworks.
- Systems Management— Able to modernize infrastructure, driving automation, partnering across Security/Engineering, and influencing long-term architectural decisions.
What we look for
- A visionary who can evolve core IT and security infrastructure, you will report to Director, IT & Workplace.
- A problem-solver who can lead projects autonomously.
- A passionate technologist with a learning mindset
When you join Sysdig, you can expect:
- Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
- Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
- Great compensation package
We would love for you to join us! Please reach out even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.
Some of our Hiring Managers are globally distributed, an English version of your CV will be appreciated.
Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.
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