Staff Detection & Response Engineer - Federal
Okta
about 2 months ago
San Francisco, CA, USA
Staff+
H1B Sponsor
Base Salary
$180k - $270k/yr
Responsibilities
- Lead complex, hypothesis-driven threat hunts based on vague intelligence.
- Write novel detections and establish detection engineering frameworks.
- Design and validate preventative control chains and influence security solution architecture.
- Serve as the technical lead for major security incidents.
- Own multi-quarter objectives and develop project plans aligned with strategic goals.
- Navigate diverse issues and provide innovative solutions based on data analysis.
- Drive innovation initiatives and facilitate cross-functional workshops.
- Foster an inclusive environment and mentor junior colleagues.
- Drive consensus within cross-functional teams on security priorities.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a high-growth SaaS or security-focused environment.
- Expertise in querying languages and detection frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
- Experience managing communications during crises or major security incidents.
- Demonstrated ability to lead project teams and manage budget/resource requirements.
- Strong background in automating response workflows and refining preventative controls.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Greencard holder to access federal environments.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company contributions.
- Flexible spending accounts and paid leave, including PTO and parental leave.
- Opportunities for social impact and community engagement.
Categories
Security