Security Operations Analyst
Summary
The Security Operations Analyst will monitor and secure cloud and on-premise environments, manage security tooling, and conduct vulnerability assessments. The role involves incident response, audit support, and documentation to maintain security compliance in a fintech environment.
Millions of people across Europe want better ways to build long-term wealth, but traditional investing often feels complex or out of reach.
Mintos is solving that. We've built a platform that makes investing in income-generating assets simple, transparent, and accessible. And we're expanding fast.
As our Security Operations Analyst, you'll be part of the team keeping our cloud and on-premise environments secure as we grow to millions of investors.
If this is the kind of problem you want to solve, let's talk.
What you'll do
As Security Operations Analyst, you will support day-to-day security operations across our cloud and on-premise environments, from monitoring and threat detection through to incident response. You will help operate and improve the tools that protect our systems, conduct security tests and write up vulnerability findings, and help embed a strong security culture through awareness activities and clear documentation. You will also participate in information security audits and support ICT risk management. Working closely with engineering and senior security colleagues, you will help identify risks, research potential improvements, and build your skills in a security function that's still taking shape.
You will:
Support day-to-day security operations, including monitoring, threat detection, and incident response.
Help operate and improve security tooling, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection, and antivirus solutions.
Conduct security and vulnerability tests across cloud and on-premise environments, analyse results, and write up findings in vulnerability reports.
Participate in information system security audits, and support internal and external audit and compliance activities, including DORA (EU 2022/2554) readiness.
Follow up on vulnerability scans, risk assessments, and audits by tracking remediation timelines, updating Jira, and collaborating with stakeholders on their progress.
Research security enhancements and emerging threats, and make recommendations to senior team members.
Participate in the security review of new systems or infrastructure changes.
Contribute to security culture through awareness activities, training support, and clear, consistent documentation of processes and controls.
Your professional skills and background
Must-haves
Experience in system and network management, cloud solution administration, security operations, or a related role.
Familiarity with key AWS services (e.g., IAM, VPC, CloudWatch).
Basic scripting ability (Python, Go, or Bash) to support log analysis and incident response tasks.
Comfortable working across both technical tasks (tooling, monitoring, testing) and documentation tasks - this role genuinely blends both.
Strong written and spoken communication in English and Latvian.
Ability to follow established processes and guidance while flagging issues or gaps proactively.
Nice-to-haves
Experience in a regulated company within the financial services industry.
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as DORA (EU 2022/2554), PCI DSS or similar.
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, containers, or microservices.
Experience with ticketing systems for security operations.
What we offer
💸Competitive salary and stock options. Your experience and contribution matter, and we reflect that in fair compensation. You'll also receive equity so you can share in the value you help create.
🤹Flexibility that fits real life. We understand how important it is to stay connected with colleagues while having the opportunities to work remotely. Come to the office to collaborate and be productive side by side, work from home when you need to, and spend up to three months each year working from another country.
🌴Generous vacation policy. Rest and recovery are essential. We don't limit vacation to the minimum required by law. Take the time you need to recharge and come back refreshed.
🧠Learning and growth. An annual €1,200 learning budget to support your professional and personal growth. Whether you want to explore something new or deepen your expertise, we'll support you along the way.
☕Very well equipped office. Comfortable environment matters. When in the office, enjoy the parking, showers, kitchen with snacks and drinks, massage chair, nap room and others.
Proud to be recognized for fairness
Mintos was recognized by Figure Baltic Advisory for fairness and equality in compensation and representation, achieving 3rd place in 2025.
International team of 170+ people from 17+ countries
Join a diverse team where different perspectives and experiences are valued. We work across Europe, share ideas openly, and collaborate to solve meaningful challenges together.
Mintos is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to building a diverse team and creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. If you need accommodations during the interview process, contact us at people@mintos.com.