Senior Security Engineer (Detection & Response)

TL;DR

Senior Security Engineer (Detection & Response): Designing and maintaining high-fidelity detection logic and incident response workflows for a cloud-native platform with an accent on AWS security telemetry and EDR integration. Focus on proactive threat hunting, automating security operations, and exploring AI-driven enhancements to strengthen platform defenses.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to New York City (Hybrid)

Salary: $167,500–$235,000

Company

hirify.global is a data-driven SaaS company that simplifies HR and business operations for startups and small businesses.

What you will do

• Build, tune, and deploy high-quality detection logic across the platform.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting to identify attacker behaviors and detection gaps.
• Lead security event triage, incident investigation, and containment efforts.
• Develop automation and tooling to reduce manual effort and improve detection accuracy.
• Collaborate with Engineering to ensure high-quality logging and visibility in AWS.
• Design and conduct table-top exercises to validate and improve response readiness.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in detection engineering, threat hunting, and incident response.
• Strong proficiency with AWS security services (CloudTrail, GuardDuty, IAM, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with EDR platforms for event analysis and hunting.
• Deep understanding of modern threat landscapes and attacker behaviors.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to participate in an on-call rotation.

Nice to have

• Experience prototyping AI/ML solutions for security workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements in security operations.

Culture & Benefits

• Supportive, entrepreneurial environment focused on professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package and wellness program offerings.
• Regular company retreats and team-building events.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.