Linq

Overview:

Location: Birmingham, AL
Department: Technology
Employment Type: Full Time - In Office
Reports To: CTO
Compensation Range: $45,000 - $65,000/year + Stock & Benefits

About the Role
We’re looking for a Security & Compliance Associate to support our security, compliance, and IT asset management efforts. This is an entry-level role for someone organized, detail-oriented, and eager to keep things running smoothly—without unnecessary red tape.

In this role, you’ll help respond to customer security requests, manage compliance tooling, and ensure company devices and access controls are handled properly. You’ll work cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Success, and Engineering, making sure security and compliance processes support the business rather than slow it down. If you're someone who enjoys solving problems instead of creating roadblocks, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Security & Compliance Support

- Handle compliance report requests, including responding to customer security questionnaires, audits, and documentation requests (e.g., compliance reports, penetration test results,
- Maintain and update security documentation, ensuring it's accurate but not overcomplicated.
- Assist with access reviews, tabletop disaster recovery exercises, and other security/compliance initiatives.

• Compliance & Security Tooling Management

- Manage and update Vanta (or similar compliance platforms) to keep security controls in sync.
- Help track and resolve security/compliance alerts with internal teams.

• IT & Device Management

- Support employee onboarding/offboarding by handling device provisioning, access management, and MDM policies (e.g., via Rippling or similar tools).
- Ensure company devices are secure and compliant while being practical for employees to use.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Basic understanding of IT security concepts and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, GDPR, etc.)
• Ability to translate technical security concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Problem-solving mindset with a practical approach to compliance challenges
• Comfortable with documentation and process management
• Adaptable team player who can balance multiple priorities
• Business-oriented attitude that sees compliance as an enabler, not a blocker
• Flexible approach that can adapt to the needs of a growing startup

Nice to Haves

• Experience with compliance management platforms like Vanta
• Familiarity with IT asset management processes and tools (Rippling, Jamf, Kandji, etc.)
• Experience with access reviews or disaster recovery exercises
• Knowledge of cloud security principles
• Experience in customer-facing roles
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Startup experience or understanding of fast-paced environments
• Experience with MacOS device management and troubleshooting

Why Join Linq?

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Live and work in Birmingham, AL, where you can enjoy affordable housing, a thriving culinary scene, and easy access to outdoor activities, all while benefiting from a lower cost of living than other major cities
• Generous PTO
• Collaborative team culture with room for growth and learning
• Opportunity to build your career in information security and compliance
• Work on a talented, collaborative, and ambitious team in an exciting and fast-paced environment
• Competitive stock options as part of our commitment to shared success and ownership

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Retention bonus
• Stock options

Application Question(s):

• What makes you a good fit for Linq?
• What about Linq made you want to apply?

Ability to Commute:

• Birmingham, AL 35203 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Birmingham, AL 35203: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person