Senior Detection Engineer
Senior Detection Engineer
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Job Description
Interapt is developing a CyberSecurity team to support a high impact client engagement focused on cloud security operations IT risk and secure architecture. This team will work closely with lead and cross-functional client teams to implement technical security controls support project-based risk reviews and assist in establishing secure practices across the SDLC.
We are looking for a Senior Detection Engineer who will play a key role in protecting critical infrastructure. In this role youll design and refine advanced detection logic enable security automation and strengthen defense capabilities through collaborative threat detection initiatives. Youll work closely with SOC teams engineers and third-party partners to ensure detection coverage fine-tune alerts and support investigations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop test and tune SIEM/EDR detection content and response workflows
- Build and maintain SOAR automations using Python PowerShell or similar
- Review and remediate false positives; enhance alert fidelity
- Troubleshoot log parsing and detection logic issues
- Partner with MSSPs and project teams to drive detection quality
- Support threat hunting and purple team exercises
- Mentor SOC analysts and contribute to process documentation
Requirements
- 4 years in SOC or cyber defense roles (or equivalent experience)
- Deep experience with SIEM and EDR platforms (CrowdStrike SentinelOne etc.)
- Strong scripting skills for automation and integration (Python PowerShell)
- Proficiency with log pipelines parsing (Syslog JSON XML CEF)
- Solid understanding of network protocols endpoint telemetry and attacker TTPs
- Threat modeling or red/purple team collaboration experience is ideal
- Familiarity with REST APIs and large-scale cyber projects
- Industry certifications like CISSP GCIH OSCP or CISM preferred
*This role is not open to agency submissions or Corp-to-Corp partnerships. Direct Applicants Only!
**Due to the nature of this role only U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders will be considered.
***At Interapt we embrace diverse perspectives and welcome applicants from all walks of life. If you dont meet every qualification on our list dont let that stop you from applying. Were committed to investing in the right candidate so if youre excited about this opportunity we want to hear from you!
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
Interapt will not discriminate against applicants based on RACE COLOR RELIGION NATIONAL ORIGIN SEX (INCLUDING PREGNANCY AND GENDER IDENTITY) SEXUAL ORIENTATION GENETIC INFORMATION OR BECAUSE THEY ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY OR A PERSON 40 YEARS OLD OR OLDER.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
