About Fam (previously FamPay)
Fam is India’s first payments app for everyone above 11. FamApp helps make online and offline payments through UPI and FamCard. We are on a mission to raise a new, financially aware generation, and drive 250 million+ young users in India to kickstart their financial journey super early in their life.
We’re reimagining how the next generation experiences fintech—going beyond payments to build a lifestyle brand that blends money, identity, and everyday experiences into one seamless, intuitive journey.
Founded in 2019 by IIT Roorkee alumni, Fam is backed by some of the most respected investors around the world like Elevation Capital, Y-Combinator, Peak XV (Sequoia Capital) India, Venture Highway, Global Founder’s Capital and the likes of Kunal Shah, Amrish Rao as angel investors.
About this Role
Join Us as a Cyber Guardian at Fam!
At Fam, we're looking for someone who thinks like a hacker but works for the good guys—someone who's obsessed with ensuring ZERO vulnerabilities in our technology.
As a key member of our security and compliance team, you’ll be the first line of defense, protecting our users' data, money, and identity. Your mission? Keep our digital infrastructure safe and secure, so our users can trust us without a second thought.
If you're ready to take on this responsibility and make a real impact, we want you on our team!
On the JobIdentify Vulnerabilities: Conduct penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities in FamApp applications and cloud infrastructure
Security Incident Response: Participate in security incident response, including investigations, root cause analysis, and remediation
Security Awareness Training: Conduct security awareness training for the team and third-party vendors to foster a culture of security and compliance
Policies & Compliance: Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and standards to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory and industry compliance
Audits: Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and recommend improvements as needed
Stay Updated: On security threats and best practices in the industry
Cross Team Collaboration: Collaborate with teams to implement security controls that align with business requirements and support company goalsMust-haves (Min. qualifications)At least 2-5 year of experience in security and IT compliance in Banking Industry
Prior experience of working in a fintech industry is a must have
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
Proficiency with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, and AWS Security tools
Strong understanding of common web application vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF
Familiarity with cloud security concepts and technologies, particularly AWS and Azure.
Possession of relevant certifications such as CEH, OSCP, or AWS Certified Security – Specialty would be advantageous
Experience developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and standardsGood to haveExperience in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions
Participation in bug bounty programs and recognition in any hall of fame
Contribution to CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) entries
Ability to analyze problems efficiently and effectively; you stay calm and focused when outages and incidents occurWhy join us?Work in a team of less than 5 members security and compliance team
Take full ownership of high-impact projects
Opportunity to grow as a trust, security & IT compliance leader in the industryWhy should you join us?
Every once in a while, a product comes to life that makes people think, why was this not done earlier? The users love it, the investors dream about the great returns and the team feels the joy and pride every day. We have strong indicators for users & investors, and we are building a team that will have stories to tell all their life.
We believe that a great product is built by a high-quality team that finds purpose and joy in their work, and we also go beyond it to put heavy emphasis on having fun at work as well.
Perks
1. Competitive Salary
2. Industry's best ESOPs scheme
3. Medical Insurances suiting your needs
4. Access to Mental health professionals
5. Friendly leaves policy
Perks That Go Beyond the Paycheck
• Relocation assistance to make your move seamless.
• Free office meals (lunch & dinner).
• Generous leave policy, including birthday leave, period leave, paternity and maternity support, and more.
• Salary advance and loan policies for any financial help.
• Quarterly rewards and recognition programs, and a referral program with great incentives.
• Access the latest gadgets and tools.
• Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, mental health support.
• Tax benefits with options like food coupons, phone allowances, car/device leasing.
• Retirement perks like PF contribution, leave encashment and gratuity.
Here’s all the tea on FamApp ☕️
FamApp focuses on financial inclusion of the next generation by providing UPI & card payments to everyone above 11 years old. Our flagship Spending Account, FamX, seamlessly integrates UPI and card payments, enabling users to manage, save, and learn about their finances effortlessly.
Revolutionizing Payments and FinTech
FamApp has enabled 10 million+ users to make UPI and card payments across India, removing the inconvenience of carrying cash everywhere. Users get to customise their FamX card with doodles, which lets them add a personal touch to their payments.
Trusted by leading investors
We’re proud to be supported by renowned investors like Elevation Capital, Y-Combinator, Peak XV (formerly Sequoia Capital India), Venture Highway, Global Founder’s Capital, and esteemed angels Kunal Shah and Amrish Rao.
Join Our Dynamic Team
At Fam, our people-first approach is reflected in our generous leave policies, flexible work schedules, comprehensive health benefits, and free mental health sessions. We don’t mean to brag, but we promise you’ll be surrounded by some of the most fun, talented and passionate people in the startup space.
Want to see what makes life at Fam so awesome? Check out our shenanigans at
@lifeatfam 😛
PS - We’re looking for someone with an AI-native mindset, who actively leverages AI in their day-to-day work, as we encourage and embed it across every level at Fam.
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