Product Security Detection Engineer

TL;DR

Product Security Detection Engineer: Designing and operationalizing a comprehensive detection engineering framework for high-speed connectivity products with an accent on telemetry standards, SIEM integration, and TTP-based detection content. Focus on bridging offensive security insights with product development to enhance observability and compliance posture.

Location: Ottawa, Canada (with US-based compensation also listed)

Salary: C$76,600 - C$122,400 (Canada) / $101,600 - $162,400 (USA)

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in high-speed connectivity, prioritizing a people-first culture that empowers individual growth and societal impact.

What you will do

• Lead the design and implementation of the detection engineering framework, including logging, auditing, and alerting.
• Define telemetry standards for product teams to ensure consistent, SIEM-ready event data.
• Translate findings from pen testing, PSIRT, and threat intelligence into actionable, product-specific detections.
• Architect and maintain custom detection scripts and automation tools.
• Develop metrics and dashboards to track MTTD, detection precision, and compliance coverage.
• Partner with R&D and compliance teams to embed security checkpoints into the product lifecycle.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in security engineering, detection engineering, or product security.
• Strong understanding of logging architectures, telemetry design, and SIEM technologies like Splunk, QRadar, Elastic, or Sentinel.
• Hands-on experience with threat detection logic, MITRE ATT&CK mapping, and detection-as-code principles.
• Proficiency in Python, JSON, and scripting for automation.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, and CIS Benchmarks.
• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with product managers and executive stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience maturing detection or telemetry programs in networking or telecom environments.
• Familiarity with secure configuration baselines and SBOM/VEX workflows.
• Contributions to open-source detection or security tooling.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Participation in 401(K) (USA) and DCPP (Canada) with company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Commitment to a flexible work environment and individual well-being.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time.