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Cyber Defense Detection Engineer, Mandiant, Google Cloud

Part of Google Cloud, Mandiant is a recognized leader in dynamic cyber defense, threat intelligence and incident response services.
Washington, DC, USACalifornia City, CA, USASpringfield, IL, USA
$108,000 - $155,000
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Cybersecurity

Job Description

Mandiant, a part of Google Cloud, is seeking a Cyber Defense Detection Engineer to join their team. This role is critical in enabling and maintaining the technology and tools required for Cyber Defense Centers (CDC). The position offers a competitive base salary range of $108,000-$155,000 plus bonus, equity, and benefits.

As a Cyber Defense Detection Engineer, you'll work with cross-functional teams including Security Architects, Analysts, and IT resources to define requirements and deliver recommendations for CDC technologies. Your primary responsibilities will include maintaining SIEM operational readiness, creating detection content, and optimizing configurations for effective incident detection and response capabilities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and 3 years of Detection Engineering experience. You'll need expertise in SIEM platforms, detection tuning, and security tools like EDR and NDR. Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) and SIEM query languages (SPL, KQL, YARA-L) is essential.

This is a remote-eligible position with locations across multiple US states. You'll be part of Mandiant, a recognized leader in cyber defense and threat intelligence, working to protect customer data and corporate assets from various industry threats. The role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies while collaborating with industry experts in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The position comes with Google's comprehensive benefits package and is part of a company culture that values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. You'll have the chance to make a significant impact on cybersecurity operations while working for one of the world's leading technology companies.

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Responsibilities For Cyber Defense Detection Engineer, Mandiant, Google Cloud

  • Identify challenges in customer Cyber Defense Centers and formulate strategies for improvement
  • Create and modify SIEM use cases and detection logic
  • Provide expertise for SIEM and other SOC technologies that assist in incident response
  • Measure and improve alert fidelity through metrics creation and tracking
  • Engage and collaborate with client stakeholders to drive resolution for security issues

Requirements For Cyber Defense Detection Engineer, Mandiant, Google Cloud

Python
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 3 years of experience in a Detection Engineering or related role
  • Experience with detection tuning and creation leveraging various security tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, or NDR tools)
  • Experience with content engineering inside SIEM platforms
  • Experience with SPL, KQL, YARA-L, Kusto or similar SIEM query languages
  • Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell and Python)
  • Understanding of logging for common platforms and devices, including Windows, Linux and network equipment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits For Cyber Defense Detection Engineer, Mandiant, Google Cloud

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

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