About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Detection & Response Engineer to join our security team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for detecting, investigating, and responding to security incidents across our cloud-native and AI-focused infrastructure. You will play a key part in safeguarding our innovative technologies and sensitive data.
Ideal Experience
- Monitor and analyze security alerts and logs to identify potential threats and anomalies
- Develop, implement, and maintain detection rules and correlation logic in our SIEM platform
- Conduct thorough investigations of security incidents, performing root cause analysis and impact assessments
- Lead incident response efforts, coordinating with relevant teams to contain and mitigate threats
- Create and maintain incident response playbooks and runbooks
- Perform regular threat hunting activities to proactively identify potential security risks
- Develop and refine metrics and reporting to track the effectiveness of detection and response capabilities
- Collaborate with other security teams to improve overall security posture and incident handling processes
- Stay current with emerging threats, attack techniques, and defensive strategies in the cloud-native and AI domains
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
- 3-5 years of experience in security operations, incident response, or a similar role
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, attack techniques, and defensive strategies
- Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Rust) for automation and tool development
- Experience with SIEM platforms and log analysis tools
- Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and their security features
- Knowledge of network protocols, system administration, and common attack vectors
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively under pressure
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant security certifications (e.g., GCIH, GCIA, SANS)
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms and their integration into detection processes
- Familiarity with AI/ML security implications, particularly those outlined in the OWASP LLM Top 10
- Knowledge of software supply chain security and SBOM analysis
- Experience with containerized environments and Kubernetes security
Bonus Skills
- Experience in building custom security tools or integrations to enhance detection and response capabilities
- Interest in leveraging AI to improve threat detection and automate response processes
- Contributions to open-source security projects or threat research
- Experience with digital forensics and malware analysis
Annual Salary Range
$180,000 - $440,000 USD