Security Engineer (Detection & Response)

TL;DR

Security Engineer (Detection & Response): Strengthening the ability to detect, investigate, and contain security incidents across cloud and endpoint systems with an accent on detection logic design and telemetry analysis. Focus on reducing false positives, automating investigation workflows via SOAR, and collaborating with engineering teams to improve overall security posture.

Location: Must be based in Toronto, Canada, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.

Salary: $136,000–$160,000 CAD

Company

A mission-driven fintech company focused on democratizing finance for all through innovative technology.

What you will do

• Investigate security alerts across SIEM, EDR, and cloud platforms, coordinating remediation with engineering partners.
• Develop, test, and tune detection rules using query languages to improve signal quality.
• Correlate telemetry data to identify attack patterns and determine response actions.
• Monitor emerging threats and update detection logic based on threat intelligence.
• Build and refine SOAR playbooks to automate investigation speed and consistency.
• Document incidents and contribute to post-incident reviews with actionable improvements.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in security operations, detection engineering, or incident response.
• Experience analyzing logs and tuning alerts within SIEM, EDR, and cloud security tools.
• Proficiency in writing detections using query languages like SQL or KQL.
• Familiarity with threat hunting and investigation techniques in cloud and endpoint environments.
• Must be based in Toronto, Canada and able to work from the office at least 3 days per week.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for incident documentation and collaboration.

Nice to have

• Experience developing and deploying SOAR playbooks.
• Familiarity with AWS, Okta, Kubernetes, and Google Workspace security monitoring.
• Experience writing software for detection and response tooling.
• Experience building Agentic workflows or optimizing processes with Generative AI.

Culture & Benefits

• Performance-driven compensation including bonus programs and equity ownership.
• Top-tier benefits including supplemental health insurance and mental health support.
• Flexible lifestyle wallet for wellness, childcare, and learning expenses.
• Generous time off including holidays, PTO, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals and a monthly commuter stipend.