Security Engineer (Threat Intelligence)

TL;DR

Security Engineer (Threat Intelligence): Developing and implementing advanced threat detection capabilities and response systems for global digital infrastructure with an accent on threat actor modeling, TTP analysis, and innovative security engineering. Focus on building scalable intelligence pipelines, leveraging AI for detection, and neutralizing sophisticated threats across cloud and corporate environments.

Location: Must be based in Sydney and able to work onsite 4+ days per week

Company

Snap Inc. is a technology company behind hirify.global, Lens Studio, and Spectacles, dedicated to empowering human expression through innovative camera and augmented reality platforms.

What you will do

• Identify, analyze, and develop threat intelligence on emerging adversary TTPs across APT and cybercrime ecosystems.
• Proactively track, model, and monitor threat actors and campaigns impacting digital infrastructure.
• Research and innovate new detection and response capabilities, building tools to automate threat hunting.
• Leverage AI and automation to enhance the scalability and efficacy of intelligence and response systems.
• Design and implement robust logging and alerting systems across endpoints, cloud environments, and networks.
• Lead and coordinate incident response efforts, collaborating across global engineering teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in incident response, detection engineering, or related security disciplines.
• Proficiency in Python and/or Go for development and automation tasks.
• Strong understanding of operating system internals including macOS, Windows, or Linux.
• Advanced knowledge of cloud infrastructure, specifically Kubernetes, Google Cloud, or AWS.
• Must be available for onsite collaboration in Sydney 4+ days per week.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, emotional, and mental health support programs.
• Paid parental leave and inclusive support for employees and families.
• Competitive compensation packages with long-term company success incentives.
• Collaborative global work environment with teams in the US and Switzerland.
• Focus on innovation, research, and technical sophistication in a fast-paced environment.