Senior Security Engineer, Detection & Response

About this kind of role

What a Senior Security Engineer, Detection & Response usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: This role focuses on identifying, analyzing, and responding to security threats and incidents. Senior Security Engineers in Detection & Response build and maintain security monitoring tools and processes, investigate alerts, and work to improve the organization’s overall security posture. They often collaborate with other security teams and IT departments to implement security controls and remediate vulnerabilities. A key responsibility is to develop and refine incident response plans and procedures.

Tools and skills: Familiarity with SIEM platforms (like Splunk or QRadar), intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, scripting languages (Python, PowerShell), and network security protocols is generally expected.

Good fit for: Individuals with strong analytical skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a passion for cybersecurity are typically successful in this role.