Senior Security Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join a client in the cybersecurity space. This role advances cyber defense capabilities across detection engineering, incident response, threat hunting, vulnerability management, and attack surface management in both corporate and production environments.

Logistics: 100% remote in the United States (must work PST hours)

Compensation: $150-200k base salary with equity options.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point person for detection and response, ensuring rapid and effective handling of security events.
• Develop, implement, and maintain detection rules for cloud, endpoint, and network environments.
• Lead detection engineering initiatives to ensure robust coverage of emerging threats.
• Operate and optimize EDR solutions for comprehensive endpoint protection.
• Manage the SIEM, SOAR, and related data streams, tools, vendors, and integrations.
• Manage the relationship with the MDR provider as primary contact for operational and strategic matters; collaborate to keep detection capabilities current and ensure seamless integration with security operations.

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• Manage the full lifecycle of security incidents from identification and containment to eradication and recovery.
• Conduct threat hunting activities to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Oversee vulnerability management programs for both corporate and production assets.
• Perform attack surface management to continuously assess and reduce exposure.
• Manage PAM JIT operations to ensure secure access to critical systems.
• Work closely with SRE, Product Engineering, and compliance teams to align cyber defense operations with FedRAMP, SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI, and HiTrust requirements.
• Support compliance activities through evidence collection and automation.
• Participate in training and knowledge sharing to stay ahead of evolving threats and best practices.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience.

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• 5–10 years of experience in security engineering or cyber defense roles with a strong focus on detection, response, and threat management.
• Startup experience or comfort working in fast-moving, high-autonomy environments.
• Experience managing MDR providers and acting as primary contact for external security partners.
• Deep understanding of detection engineering, incident response, and threat hunting methodologies.
• Experience with EDR and vulnerability management in cloud and hybrid environments.
• Proficiency with automation and scripting—Python, Bash, Terraform, Pulumi.
• Familiarity with AI and automation tools for security operations, including applying AI to detection and response workflows.
• Experience in FedRAMP and SOC 2 control environments.
• Ability to communicate clearly across engineering, compliance, and leadership teams.

This position requires the ability to meet certain compliance requirements. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and may be subject to background screening.