Security Software Engineer II, Detection and Response

For our client, we are seeking a Security Software Engineer II, Detection and Response to join the team of a leader in the Consumer Technology space.

This role will focus on strengthening detection and response capabilities across a cloud-first environment, with an emphasis on building scalable security automation and improving threat visibility. The engineer will partner closely with cross-functional teams to advance incident response, alerting, and threat hunting workflows. This position also offers the opportunity to leverage AI and internal tooling to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of security operations.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $123,696 – $254,667 annually

Responsibilities

• Build alerts and automation workflows for threat detection and response
• Manage logging pipelines and onboard new logging sources
• Develop and maintain internal tooling for detection and response
• Respond to alerts and manage incidents as part of an on-call rotation
• Collaborate with cross-team partners
• Hunt for previously undetected threats
• Leverage AI to enhance security engineering efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of intrusion detection and incident response in a cloud-first environment
• Hands-on experience with SIEM queries for alerting and threat hunting
• Familiarity with multiple telemetry sources for threat investigations
• Understanding of networking technologies and basic TCP/IP fundamentals
• Experience in scripting or automation, such as Python, Go, or Ruby
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI for workflow improvement

Benefits

• Flexible in-office requirements with minimal in-person collaboration
• Equity eligibility as part of compensation
• Commitment to an equitable and inclusive workplace culture
• Access to resources for professional development and growth
• Transparency in salary and benefits information

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.