Cyber Defense Senior Detection Engineer, Mandiant, Google Cloud

Mandiant, a part of Google Cloud, is seeking a Senior Detection Engineer to join their Cyber Defense team. This role combines technical expertise in security operations with hands-on engineering work to protect customer assets. The position involves working with SIEM platforms, creating detection content, and maintaining operational readiness of security systems.

As a Detection Engineer, you'll collaborate with Security Architects, Analysts, and IT teams to define requirements and deliver security recommendations. You'll be responsible for creating and tuning detection content, managing SIEM systems, and ensuring effective incident response capabilities. The role requires expertise in EDR, SIEM technologies, and various operating systems.

The position offers competitive compensation ($132,000-$194,000) plus equity and benefits. This is a remote-eligible role, allowing work from California or anywhere in the United States. You'll be part of Mandiant, a recognized leader in cyber defense and threat intelligence, known for handling complex security breaches and providing nation-state grade threat intelligence.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of relevant experience, strong technical skills in security tools and scripting languages, and excellent communication abilities. You'll work in a dynamic environment, constantly learning about emerging technologies and threats. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on cybersecurity operations while working for one of the world's leading technology companies.