<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: $45-60/Hour DOE 
Holiday Magic Studios is actively searching for Santa Claus Actors who exemplify warmth, jolliness, and professionalism!
 
Company Background:
Holiday Magic Studios Inc. is a full-service seasonal photography provider with its headquarters in Fresno, CA. In operation for nearly 20 years, weve operated studios at some of the most well-known and prestigious lifestyle centers in California. Our mission at Holiday Magic Studios is to provide a premium quality, highly immersive experience for each guest.
 
Position Summary: 
Holiday Magic Studios specializes in creating and capturing magic moments for families during the holiday season. Unlike traditional mall Santa photos, we offer ten-minute private appointments that focus on Santas interaction with the family. We provide 50-100 high-quality photos per session (both posed and candid), capturing the magic of the moment. We're looking for enthusiastic, charismatic, and caring individuals to bring the magic of Santa Claus to life!
 
Duties &amp; Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Appearance &amp; Hygiene: Arrive for each shift on time, well-groomed, and dressed in your company-issued costume, ready to create a magical and immersive experience for each family. </li>
<li>Family Interaction: Engage warmly with families during 5-minute private appointments, making each family feel special and heard.</li>
<li>Photo Poses: Work with the photographer to strike various poses, ensuring each family enjoys their visit.</li>
<li>Character Authenticity: Maintain the persona, voice, and mannerisms of Santa Claus throughout all interactions.</li>
<li>Script Learning: Familiarize yourself with light scripts or key phrases that maintain the enchanting aura of Santa Claus. </li>
<li>Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety and health regulations to protect yourself and guests.</li>
<li>Special Events &amp; Media Appearances: Participate in special events such as tree lighting ceremonies and Santa arrivals as well as conduct fun lighthearted interviews with local news personalities to promote the studio on an as-needed basis.</li>
</ul>
 
Qualifications &amp; Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Beard Authenticity: Santa actors/models must maintain a well-groomed, white beard to be considered for employment.</li>
<li>Previous Acting Experience: Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience playing Santa, but previous experience is not required.</li>
<li>Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to communicate warmly and effectively with both children and adults.</li>
<li>Leadership Qualities: Strong leadership skills to manage the session effectively, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all. </li>
<li>Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods and to lift up to 30 pounds, if necessary.</li>
<li>Background Check: Must pass a comprehensive background check for the safety of our guests.</li>
<li>Holiday Availability: Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, particularly during the holiday season.</li>
<li>Personal Hygiene: Commitment to maintaining a well-groomed appearance, in line with the characters image.</li>
<li>Interpersonal Skills: Ability to quickly build rapport with families and children, making them feel comfortable and at ease.</li>
<li>Patience in Challenging Situations: Ability to remain patient and composed when faced with challenging or unexpected situations, such as hesitant or nervous children.</li>
</ul>

Santa Claus Actor (Seasonal)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: $45-$60/Hour DOE 
Holiday Magic Studios is actively searching for Santa Claus Actors who exemplify warmth, jolliness, and professionalism!
 
Company Background:
Holiday Magic Studios Inc. is a full-service seasonal photography provider with its headquarters in Fresno, CA. In operation for nearly 20 years, weve operated studios at some of the most well-known and prestigious lifestyle centers in California. Our mission at Holiday Magic Studios is to provide a premium quality, highly immersive experience for each guest.
 
Position Summary: 
Holiday Magic Studios specializes in creating and capturing magic moments for families during the holiday season. Unlike traditional mall Santa photos, we offer ten-minute private appointments that focus on Santas interaction with the family. We provide 50-100 high-quality photos per session (both posed and candid), capturing the magic of the moment. We're looking for enthusiastic, charismatic, and caring individuals to bring the magic of Santa Claus to life!
 
Duties &amp; Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Appearance &amp; Hygiene: Arrive for each shift on time, well-groomed, and dressed in your company-issued costume, ready to create a magical and immersive experience for each family. </li>
<li>Family Interaction: Engage warmly with families during 5-minute private appointments, making each family feel special and heard.</li>
<li>Photo Poses: Work with the photographer to strike various poses, ensuring each family enjoys their visit.</li>
<li>Character Authenticity: Maintain the persona, voice, and mannerisms of Santa Claus throughout all interactions.</li>
<li>Script Learning: Familiarize yourself with light scripts or key phrases that maintain the enchanting aura of Santa Claus. </li>
<li>Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety and health regulations to protect yourself and guests.</li>
<li>Special Events &amp; Media Appearances: Participate in special events such as tree lighting ceremonies and Santa arrivals as well as conduct fun lighthearted interviews with local news personalities to promote the studio on an as-needed basis.</li>
</ul>
 
Qualifications &amp; Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Beard Authenticity: Santa actors/models must maintain a well-groomed, white beard to be considered for employment.</li>
<li>Previous Acting Experience: Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience playing Santa, but previous experience is not required.</li>
<li>Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to communicate warmly and effectively with both children and adults.</li>
<li>Leadership Qualities: Strong leadership skills to manage the session effectively, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all. </li>
<li>Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods and to lift up to 30 pounds, if necessary.</li>
<li>Background Check: Must pass a comprehensive background check for the safety of our guests.</li>
<li>Holiday Availability: Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, particularly during the holiday season.</li>
<li>Personal Hygiene: Commitment to maintaining a well-groomed appearance, in line with the characters image.</li>
<li>Interpersonal Skills: Ability to quickly build rapport with families and children, making them feel comfortable and at ease.</li>
<li>Patience in Challenging Situations: Ability to remain patient and composed when faced with challenging or unexpected situations, such as hesitant or nervous children.</li>
</ul>

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: $50-$80/Hour DOE 
Holiday Magic Studios is actively searching for Santa Claus Actors who exemplify warmth, jolliness, and professionalism!
 
Company Background:
Holiday Magic Studios Inc. is a full-service seasonal photography provider with its headquarters in Fresno, CA. In operation for nearly 20 years, weve operated studios at some of the most well-known and prestigious lifestyle centers in California. Our mission at Holiday Magic Studios is to provide a premium quality, highly immersive experience for each guest.
 
Position Summary: 
Holiday Magic Studios specializes in creating and capturing magic moments for families during the holiday season. Unlike traditional mall Santa photos, we offer ten-minute private appointments that focus on Santas interaction with the family. We provide 50-100 high-quality photos per session (both posed and candid), capturing the magic of the moment. We're looking for enthusiastic, charismatic, and caring individuals to bring the magic of Santa Claus to life!
 
Duties &amp; Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Appearance &amp; Hygiene: Arrive for each shift on time, well-groomed, and dressed in your company-issued costume, ready to create a magical and immersive experience for each family. </li>
<li>Family Interaction: Engage warmly with families during 5-minute private appointments, making each family feel special and heard.</li>
<li>Photo Poses: Work with the photographer to strike various poses, ensuring each family enjoys their visit.</li>
<li>Character Authenticity: Maintain the persona, voice, and mannerisms of Santa Claus throughout all interactions.</li>
<li>Script Learning: Familiarize yourself with light scripts or key phrases that maintain the enchanting aura of Santa Claus. </li>
<li>Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety and health regulations to protect yourself and guests.</li>
<li>Special Events &amp; Media Appearances: Participate in special events such as tree lighting ceremonies and Santa arrivals as well as conduct fun lighthearted interviews with local news personalities to promote the studio on an as-needed basis.</li>
</ul>
 
Qualifications &amp; Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Beard Authenticity: Santa actors/models must maintain a well-groomed, white beard to be considered for employment.</li>
<li>Previous Acting Experience: Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience playing Santa, but previous experience is not required.</li>
<li>Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to communicate warmly and effectively with both children and adults.</li>
<li>Leadership Qualities: Strong leadership skills to manage the session effectively, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all. </li>
<li>Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods and to lift up to 30 pounds, if necessary.</li>
<li>Background Check: Must pass a comprehensive background check for the safety of our guests.</li>
<li>Holiday Availability: Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, particularly during the holiday season.</li>
<li>Personal Hygiene: Commitment to maintaining a well-groomed appearance, in line with the characters image.</li>
<li>Interpersonal Skills: Ability to quickly build rapport with families and children, making them feel comfortable and at ease.</li>
<li>Patience in Challenging Situations: Ability to remain patient and composed when faced with challenging or unexpected situations, such as hesitant or nervous children.</li>
</ul>

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: $40-$55/Hour DOE 
Holiday Magic Studios is actively searching for Santa Claus Actors who exemplify warmth, jolliness, and professionalism!
 
Company Background:
Holiday Magic Studios Inc. is a full-service seasonal photography provider with its headquarters in Fresno, CA. In operation for nearly 20 years, weve operated studios at some of the most well-known and prestigious lifestyle centers in California. Our mission at Holiday Magic Studios is to provide a premium quality, highly immersive experience for each guest.
 
Position Summary:
Holiday Magic Studios specializes in creating and capturing magic moments for families during the holiday season. Unlike traditional mall Santa photos, we offer five-minute private appointments that focus on Santas interaction with the family. We provide 50-100 high-quality photos per session (both posed and candid), capturing the magic of the moment. We're looking for enthusiastic, charismatic, and caring individuals to bring the magic of Santa Claus to life!
 
Duties &amp; Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Appearance &amp; Hygiene: Arrive for each shift on time, well-groomed, and dressed in your company-issued costume, ready to create a magical and immersive experience for each family. </li>
<li>Family Interaction: Engage warmly with families during 5-minute private appointments, making each family feel special and heard.</li>
<li>Photo Poses: Work with the photographer to strike various poses, ensuring each family enjoys their visit.</li>
<li>Character Authenticity: Maintain the persona, voice, and mannerisms of Santa Claus throughout all interactions.</li>
<li>Script Learning: Familiarize yourself with light scripts or key phrases that maintain the enchanting aura of Santa Claus. </li>
<li>Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety and health regulations to protect yourself and guests.</li>
<li>Special Events &amp; Media Appearances: Participate in special events such as tree lighting ceremonies and Santa arrivals as well as conduct fun lighthearted interviews with local news personalities to promote the studio on an as-needed basis.</li>
</ul>
 
Qualifications &amp; Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Beard Authenticity: Santa actors/models must maintain a well-groomed, white beard to be considered for employment.</li>
<li>Previous Acting Experience: Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience playing Santa, but previous experience is not required.</li>
<li>Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to communicate warmly and effectively with both children and adults.</li>
<li>Leadership Qualities: Strong leadership skills to manage the session effectively, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all. </li>
<li>Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods and to lift up to 30 pounds, if necessary.</li>
<li>Background Check: Must pass a comprehensive background check for the safety of our guests.</li>
<li>Holiday Availability: Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, particularly during the holiday season.</li>
<li>Personal Hygiene: Commitment to maintaining a well-groomed appearance, in line with the characters image.</li>
<li>Interpersonal Skills: Ability to quickly build rapport with families and children, making them feel comfortable and at ease.</li>
<li>Patience in Challenging Situations: Ability to remain patient and composed when faced with challenging or unexpected situations, such as hesitant or nervous children.</li>
</ul>

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionFounded in 2017, Obsidian Security was created to close a critical gap: securing the SaaS applications where modern business happens—platforms like Microsoft 365, Salesforce, and hundreds more. Backed by top investors including Greylock, Norwest Venture Partners, and IVP, we've built a complete SaaS security platform to reduce risk, detect and respond to threats, and prevent breaches at the source. Our team includes leaders who helped define the categories of endpoint and identity security at CrowdStrike, Okta, Cylance, and Carbon Black. Now, we're transforming how SaaS is secured—in the era of agentic AI. Today, Obsidian is trusted by global enterprises like Snowflake, T-Mobile, and Pure Storage. We protect more than 200 organizations across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand—including many of the world's largest Fortune 1000 and Global 2000 companies.With strong global momentum, a growing partner ecosystem including SentinelOne, Databricks, and Google Cloud, and a major fundraise on the horizon, we're scaling quickly toward long-term growth and IPO readiness. Join us as we define the future of SaaS security!Staff Security EngineerJob Overview
We are seeking a Security Engineer with expertise in security research, threat research, and detection engineering. In this role, you will be responsible for researching emerging threats, developing advanced detection techniques, and improving security monitoring capabilities. You will work closely with our research, engineering, and product teams to identify and mitigate evolving cyber threats.
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Conduct in-depth security research to identify and analyze new threats, attack techniques, and adversarial behaviors.</li>
<li>Develop advanced threat detection logic and contribute to improving security analytics and response mechanisms.</li>
<li>Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate research-driven insights and improve the detection pipeline. Work together to develop scalable detection mechanisms, optimize pipeline performance, and refine alerting systems to reduce false positives while improving threat visibility.</li>
<li>Work with threat intelligence sources and industry peers to stay ahead of adversary tactics and techniques.</li>
<li>Contribute to security blogs, whitepapers, and conference presentations to share research findings with the community.</li>
</ul>
Qualification
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>5-8 years of experience in security research, threat detection, or a related field.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, attack techniques (MITRE ATT&amp;CK), and threat actor methodologies.</li>
<li>Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell, or other languages.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for uncovering security threats.</li>
<li>Solid written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to frame security objectives to a variety of audiences</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, complex technical environment</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Hands-on experience in penetration testing and red teaming against complex systems</li>
<li>Familiarity across multiple domains: deep understanding of security engineering, network and system security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography, and devices and application security.</li>
<li>Experience with log analysis, anomaly detection, and behavioral analytics for security event monitoring.</li>
<li>Experience in Security Data Engineering with streaming pipelines: You've built production-grade ETL data processing pipelines end to end using Kafka / PubSub, Spark / Flink, Athena / BigQuery or similar.</li>
</ul>
Employee Benefits
Our competitive benefits packages are designed to support our employees' well-being, both at work and at home. Our US based employees enjoy:
<ul>
<li>Competitive compensation with equity and 401k</li>
<li>Comprehensive healthcare with dental and vision coverage</li>
<li>Flexible paid time off and paid holiday time off </li>
<li>12 weeks of new parent or family leave</li>
<li>Personal and professional development resources</li>
</ul>
For more details on our US benefits, or for information on our international benefits, please see here.
Pay Transparancy
Please note that the base pay range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the base pay will vary based on factors such as work location, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is eligible for equity awards and may be eligible for sales commission or incentive compensation based on the role or function within the company.
At Obsidian, we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and hire for talent, passion, and compassion. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to submit satisfactory proof of identity and legal authorization. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact <a href="mailto:accommodations@obsidiansecurity.com" target="_blank">accommodations@obsidiansecurity.com</a>
Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Obsidian's Applicant Privacy Policy.
Base Salary Range$170,000—$250,000 USD

Staff Security Engineer

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionFounded in 2017, Obsidian Security was created to close a critical gap: securing the SaaS applications where modern business happens—platforms like Microsoft 365, Salesforce, and hundreds more. Backed by top investors including Greylock, Norwest Venture Partners, and IVP, we've built a complete SaaS security platform to reduce risk, detect and respond to threats, and prevent breaches at the source. Our team includes leaders who helped define the categories of endpoint and identity security at CrowdStrike, Okta, Cylance, and Carbon Black. Now, we're transforming how SaaS is secured—in the era of agentic AI. Today, Obsidian is trusted by global enterprises like Snowflake, T-Mobile, and Pure Storage. We protect more than 200 organizations across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand—including many of the world's largest Fortune 1000 and Global 2000 companies.With strong global momentum, a growing partner ecosystem including SentinelOne, Databricks, and Google Cloud, and a major fundraise on the horizon, we're scaling quickly toward long-term growth and IPO readiness. Join us as we define the future of SaaS security!Senior Security EngineerJob Overview
We are seeking a Security Engineer with expertise in security research, threat research, and detection engineering. In this role, you will be responsible for researching emerging threats, developing advanced detection techniques, and improving security monitoring capabilities. You will work closely with our research, engineering, and product teams to identify and mitigate evolving cyber threats.
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Conduct in-depth security research to identify and analyze new threats, attack techniques, and adversarial behaviors.</li>
<li>Develop advanced threat detection logic and contribute to improving security analytics and response mechanisms.</li>
<li>Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate research-driven insights and improve the detection pipeline. Work together to develop scalable detection mechanisms, optimize pipeline performance, and refine alerting systems to reduce false positives while improving threat visibility.</li>
<li>Work with threat intelligence sources and industry peers to stay ahead of adversary tactics and techniques.</li>
<li>Contribute to security blogs, whitepapers, and conference presentations to share research findings with the community.</li>
</ul>
Qualification
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>3-5 years of experience in security research, threat detection, or a related field.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, attack techniques (MITRE ATT&amp;CK), and threat actor methodologies.</li>
<li>Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell, or other languages.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for uncovering security threats.</li>
<li>Solid written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to frame security objectives to a variety of audiences</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, complex technical environment</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Hands-on experience in penetration testing and red teaming against complex systems</li>
<li>Familiarity across multiple domains: deep understanding of security engineering, network and system security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography, and devices and application security.</li>
<li>Experience with log analysis, anomaly detection, and behavioral analytics for security event monitoring.</li>
<li>Experience in Security Data Engineering with streaming pipelines: You've built production-grade ETL data processing pipelines end to end using Kafka / PubSub, Spark / Flink, Athena / BigQuery or similar.</li>
</ul>
Employee Benefits
Our competitive benefits packages are designed to support our employees' well-being, both at work and at home. Our US based employees enjoy:
<ul>
<li>Competitive compensation with equity and 401k</li>
<li>Comprehensive healthcare with dental and vision coverage</li>
<li>Flexible paid time off and paid holiday time off </li>
<li>12 weeks of new parent or family leave</li>
<li>Personal and professional development resources</li>
</ul>
For more details on our US benefits, or for information on our international benefits, please see here.
Pay Transparancy
Please note that the base pay range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the base pay will vary based on factors such as work location, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is eligible for equity awards and may be eligible for sales commission or incentive compensation based on the role or function within the company.
At Obsidian, we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and hire for talent, passion, and compassion. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to submit satisfactory proof of identity and legal authorization. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact <a href="mailto:accommodations@obsidiansecurity.com" target="_blank">accommodations@obsidiansecurity.com</a>
Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Obsidian's Applicant Privacy Policy.
Base Salary Range$170,000—$250,000 USD

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