Senior Threat Detection Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Senior Threat Detection Engineer (Cybersecurity): Managing company-wide security toolsets and protecting information assets with an accent on intrusion analysis, malware reverse engineering, and threat hunting. Focus on building automation, developing security alert content, and mentoring the analyst team to defend against complex threats across cloud and hybrid environments.

Location: Must be based in the United States or Costa Rica

Salary: $101,900–$132,800

Company

hirify.global powers social impact through purpose-driven technology and responsible AI, helping organizations make a greater difference in the world.

What you will do

• Build and document automation to optimize team performance and reduce incident response times.
• Perform intrusion analysis using SIEM technology, data visualization, and pattern analysis.
• Act as a first responder to security events across corporate networks, data centers, and cloud environments.
• Hunt for threat actor groups and analyze their tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Mentor the core analyst team and provide peer reviews for security engineering tasks.
• Advise leadership on toolset optimization and evaluate future security technologies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Security Engineering and Analysis, specifically in Threat Detection and Response.
• 5+ years of IT or networking experience.
• Expertise in at least one public cloud, preferably Microsoft Azure.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Linux/Unix and Windows operating systems.
• Proven ability to implement automation through scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Familiarity with cyber security frameworks such as NIST and MITRE ATT&CK.

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, or OSCP.
• Direct experience with malware analysis techniques.
• Experience with playbook development using SOAR platforms.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) program with employer match.
• Remote-flexible work environment.
• Generous parental leave and flexible paid time off.
• Wellness programs and tuition reimbursement.