Security Engineer - Detection & Incident Response

Security Engineer – Detection & Incident Response

Company	Scale AI
Location	San Francisco, CA, USA, New York, NY, USA
Salary	$188000 – $254400
Type	Full-Time
Degrees
Experience Level	Mid Level, Senior

Proven experience as a Security Engineer with an emphasis on Detection Engineering, Incident Response, and Investigations.
Proficiency in digital forensics tools and techniques.
Strong understanding of modern cyber threats and attack methodologies.
Production experience with SIEM and EDR tools.
Hands-on experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering.
Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and their integration into incident response processes.
The ability to structure complex incidents and diagnose root causes independently, providing actionable insights without requiring manager input.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical findings and their implications to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to influence incident response strategies and drive improvements within a team.

Perform digital incident investigations to identify and contain potential security breaches.
Evaluate and enhance our incident response capabilities through process improvements and detection tool implementations.
Implement and maintain incident response playbooks and workflows.
Perform digital forensics and malware analysis to understand attack vectors and methodologies.
Utilize threat intelligence platforms to enhance our detection and response capabilities.
Guide IT and security teams in implementing robust long-term solutions that improve incident prevention and response, including hunting logging or forensics gaps.
Clearly explain the mechanics and significance of security incidents, including their potential impact and recommended remediation steps.
Influence the incident response strategy and direction of the team, advocating for best practices and continuous improvement.