Security Operations Engineer
- Level
- Mid
Not stated in the posting: salary, work type, visa.
Open. First seen 2 October 2026.
About the role
OKX's standard text
Who We Are
At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.
OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.
Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.
About the Opportunity
We are looking for a Security Operations Engineer who combines hands-on engineering skills with security operations expertise. You will be deeply involved in the operations and troubleshooting of both server-side and client-side components within our Zero Trust architecture, drive security risk governance initiatives, and leverage AI tools to continuously improve system stability and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
K8s Operations & Vendor Engagement: Develop deep expertise in K3s / Kubernetes, including version management and disaster recovery. Independently identify and reproduce system issues, proactively engage with vendors to drive root cause analysis and resolution — not just workarounds.
Zero Trust Network Access Governance: Work closely on Zero Trust initiatives, participate in cluster network configuration and troubleshooting, identify device compliance risks, drive remediation of non-compliant devices, and continuously optimize access control policies.
Monitoring & Observability: Build and continuously improve log monitoring systems; proactively surface system risks through alert rules and trend analysis.
AI Agent Implementation: Lead the adoption of AI Agents in security operations — design and deploy AI Agent workflows for log analysis, alert triage, and automated incident remediation (e.g., Multi-step Agents using Claude / GPT with tool-calling), reducing manual intervention and improving response efficiency.
Requirements
Must Have
Solid understanding of Kubernetes / K3s core concepts; able to independently diagnose cluster-level issues.
Foundational knowledge of security principles and Zero Trust model; strong networking fundamentals with the ability to independently troubleshoot and analyze network connectivity issues.
Hands-on experience with AI tools (e.g., Claude, Codex, or equivalents) for day-to-day tasks including log analysis, scripting, fault diagnosis, and documentation.
Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Information Security, Network Engineering, or a related field; 3–5 years of relevant experience.
Nice to Have
Experience with DACS / NAC or similar device access control system operations or risk governance.
Familiarity with monitoring and logging platforms such as Prometheus + Grafana, ELK, or Loki.
Hands-on experience building AI Agents or implementing tool-calling workflows.
Proven track record of collaborating with external vendors to drive issue resolution.
Who You Are
AI-Forward: You actively explore and integrate AI tools into your daily workflow to boost efficiency.
Owner Mindset: You take genuine ownership of system health — you don't just close tickets.
Strong Communicator & Driver: You can clearly articulate technical issues and effectively push cross-functional teams and vendors toward resolution.
Self-Starter: You don't wait to be told — you proactively spot problems and drive them to closure.
Perks & Benefits
Competitive total compensation package
L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
Various team building programs and company events
Wellness and meal allowances
Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
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The team: Engineering HIRES STEADILY
This role is one of 102 open in Engineering. 11 were posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in March: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.
WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS
Blockchain (99 of 102), Java (46 of 102), LLM (33 of 102), iOS (27 of 102), Android (25 of 102), Python (23 of 102), CI/CD (22 of 102)
OTHER ROLES ON THIS TEAM
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- Software Engineer, Mobile Core (Compliance) posted Oct 12
- Senior Staff Engineer, Payment posted Oct 7
- Rust Developer, Exchange OS Trading Engine posted Oct 6
- Senior/Staff Engineer, Liquidity Platform, Structured OTC posted Sep 30
- Software Engineer, Mobile(iOS) posted Sep 25
- Senior/Staff Engineer - Web3 - Onchain Data posted Sep 25
- Senior/Staff Software Engineer, C++ - Trading Service posted Sep 24
- Software Engineer, Mobile posted Sep 24
- Senior Product Manager, Data posted Sep 24
- Staff Engineer, Public Cloud Operations posted Sep 22
- IT Support Engineer posted Sep 9
- Senior/Staff Software Engineer. Liquidity Platform, Options Market Making posted Sep 8
- Staff Software Engineer, Mobile Security posted Aug 28
- Software / Senior Software Engineer, Mobile posted Aug 27
- Senior Software Engineer, Payment posted Aug 27
- Senior Mobile Engineer (Card & Payment) posted Aug 11
- Senior/Staff Engineer - Trading Exchange Middle Platform- Market Analysis posted Aug 7
- Staff Engineer, Security Platform Development posted Aug 4
- Staff/Senior Java Engineer, OKX Web3 Wallet posted Jul 30
- Workplace IT Specialist posted Jul 21
- Engineering Director/Expert posted Jul 21
- Senior Java Backend Engineer — Asset & Earn posted Jul 17
- Senior Java Backend Engineer — Asset & Earn posted Jul 17
- Senior Engineer - Fiat Payment,Card posted Jul 16
- Senior / Staff Software Engineer, Mobile — Core (Account & Risk) posted Jul 15
- Senior / Staff Software Engineer, Mobile — Core (Messaging) posted Jul 14
- Big Data Engineer, Web3 posted Jul 6
- Senior/Staff Engineer, Operations Automation & Cloud Management Platform posted Jul 6
- Product Manager, R&D Efficiency Platform posted Jul 6
- Staff Software Engineer, Mobile Security posted Jul 6
- Senior/Staff Engineer, Security Platform Development posted Jul 6
- Senior/Staff Engineer, R&D Efficiency Platform posted Jul 6
- Principal/Senior Mobile Engineer, Trading Strategies, CEX posted Jun 30
- Senior/Staff Software Engineer, Mobile Trading posted Jun 29
- Staff / Senior Staff Software Engineer, Mobile posted Jun 29
- Staff / Senior Staff Software Engineer, Mobile Growth posted Jun 29
- Engineering Director, Mobile, Infrastructure posted Jun 29
- Engineering Director, Mobile Infrastructure posted Jun 29
- Senior Staff Engineer, HR Platform posted Jun 29
- Senior Staff Software Engineer, Mobile Infrastructure posted Jun 29
- Senior Staff Software Engineer, Mobile Infrastructure posted Jun 29
- Senior/Staff Data Engineer, Risk Control posted Jun 24
- Junior Product Manager, DevOps and AI posted Jun 23
- Engineering Director, Mobile, Web3 posted Jun 22
- Engineering Director, Mobile, Web3 posted Jun 22
- Software Engineer, Mobile, Web3 posted Jun 22
- Software Engineer, Mobile, Web3 posted Jun 22
- Senior Staff Software Engineer, Mobile posted Jun 19
- Engineering Director, Mobile (iOS/Android) posted Jun 19
- Engineering Director, Mobile (iOS/Android) posted Jun 19
- Tech Governance - Security Compliance & Governance Engineer posted Jun 18
- Senior/Staff Software Engineer, Liquidity Platform posted Jun 16
- Principal/Senior Software Engineer, Mobile, CEX posted Jun 10
- Principal/Senior Software Engineer, Mobile, CEX posted Jun 10
- Staff/Senior Staff Engineer, Kubernetes posted Jun 10
- DevOps / Site Reliability Engineer posted Jun 10
- Staff/Senior Staff Engineer, Public Cloud Operations posted Jun 10
- Database Administrator posted Jun 9
- Application Architect, Java posted Jun 9
- Senior Data Engineer, Compliance Data Platform posted Jun 8
- Staff Data Engineer, Finance Data Platform posted Jun 8
- AI Application Architect posted Jun 2
- Principal / Staff Engineer - Compliance posted May 18
- Principal / Staff Engineer - Compliance posted May 18
- AI Agent Product Expert (Middleware) posted May 12
- Staff/Senior Staff Frontend Engineer - Growth posted Apr 24
- Staff/Senior Staff Frontend Engineer - Customer Genius & BOSS posted Apr 24
- AI Native Platform Architect posted Apr 16
- Senior Product Manager, DevOps and AI posted Apr 14
- Senior/Staff Engineer, AI Agent Development posted Apr 14
- Frontend Business Lead posted Apr 13
- Frontend Business Lead posted Apr 13
- Data Engineering Director posted Apr 8
- Engineering Director, Frontend Business Lead posted Apr 2
- Engineering Director, Frontend posted Apr 2
- Senior Data Engineer posted Apr 1
- Frontend Business Engineering Director posted Mar 31
- Senior Staff Engineer, AI Platform posted Mar 25
- Senior /Staff AI Engineer posted Mar 23
- Senior/Staff Engineer, Liquidity Platform, Trading Service posted Mar 20
- Senior Market & Trading Data Engineer posted Mar 20
- Senior Engineering Director, Trading Services posted Mar 20
- Principal Engineer, Agent Infrastructure & Memory Architecture posted Mar 19
- Principal AI Engineer, Chatbot Development posted Mar 3
- Principal AI Engineer, AI Agent Development posted Mar 3
- Principal Engineer, Agent Infrastructure & Memory Architecture posted Mar 2
- Principal AI Engineer, Chatbot Development posted Mar 2
- Senior/Staff Engineer, Decentralize Exchange (DEX) posted Jan 30
- Senior Java Engineer, OKX Pay Smart Account Team posted Jan 27
- Senior/Staff Data Engineer, Analytics and Reporting posted Jan 23
- Data Engineer, Product Data Development posted Jan 23
- Senior/Staff Engineer, Growth posted Jan 16
- Principal AI Engineer, AI Agent Development posted Aug 22
- Senior Staff Software Engineer, Trading Service (Retail Trading) posted Jul 29
- Senior Software Engineer, Trading Service posted Jul 22
- Senior Staff Software Engineer, Trading Service (C++) posted Jun 19
- Senior Staff Software Engineer, Trading Service posted Jun 18
- Staff Engineer, Middleware posted May 15
- Engineering Director, DBA posted May 8
- Infrastructure Stability Architect posted Mar 12
From the team and dates on OKX's own job board.
Salary context
6 other open postings titled Security Operations Engineer state a salary: median USD 135,650 to USD 197,500 a year.
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