Information Security Engineer

About Us:
We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers including 87 of the Fortune 100 rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. Were driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.

How We Work:
At Proofpoint youll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate Responsive to feedback challenges and opportunities Accountable for results and best-in-class outcomes Visionary in future-focused problem-solving Exceptional in execution and impact.

About Proofpoint

At Proofpoint we are committed to protecting organizations and individuals from cyber threats through innovative security solutions. Our mission is to safeguard our customers from advanced threats phishing attacks and data breaches with cutting-edge technology and a global team of security experts. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Cyber Incident Response Security Engineer to join our global security team in Sunnyvale CA and Draper UT. This is a critical role within our Cyber Incident Response Team (CIRT) responsible for managing and responding to security incidents across our global operations. You will serve as an escalation point for our 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) and play a key role in the automation orchestration and enhancement of our security incident response capabilities. This position requires deep expertise in cybersecurity strong analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in a role where you can actively defend against cyber threats conduct threat hunting and drive security automation this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Incident Response & Escalation:
• Act as the Level3 escalation point for high-severity security incidents within the global 24/7 SOC.
• Lead complex investigations into advanced cyber threats including malware outbreaks targeted attacks and persistent threats.
• Provide expert-level guidance on containment mitigation and remediation strategies.

• Threat Hunting & Threat Assessment:
  • Proactively hunt for hidden threats within enterprise networks using threat intelligence and behavioral analytics.
  • Develop and refine threat detection rules to improve SOC visibility.
  • Assess emerging threats and provide actionable recommendations to enhance security posture.

• Security Automation & Orchestration:
  • Design and implement automated workflows to enhance security event triage and response.
  • Leverage SOAR (Security Orchestration Automation and Response) platforms to streamline incident response.
  • Work with SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools to optimize log ingestion and alerting mechanisms.
• Security Tooling & Continuous Improvement:
  • Collaborate with security architects and engineers to enhance detection and response capabilities.
  • Perform root cause analysis on security incidents and recommend improvements to security controls.
  • Stay updated on industry best practices and evolving attack techniques to ensure effective defenses.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 4 years of hands-on experience in Cybersecurity Incident Response or Security Operations.
• US Citizen.
• Strong background in SOC operations SIEM threat intelligence and digital forensics.
• Expertise in investigating malware phishing web attacks insider threats and advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Experience working with security automation and orchestration tools (SOAR).
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python PowerShell or Bash for security automation.
• Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework TTPs (Tactics Techniques and Procedures) and cyber kill chain.
• Hands-on experience with cloud security (AWS Azure GCP) is a plus.
• Certifications such as GCIH GCFA CISSP CISM or OSCP are highly desirable.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced global environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Why Proofpoint

Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions and the people who work here are the key to our success. Were a customer-focused and a driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products. We are an inclusive diverse multinational company that believes in culture fit but more importantly culture-add and we strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply.

We believe in hiring the best and the brightest to help cultivate our culture of collaboration and appreciation. Apply today and explore your future at Proofpoint! #LifeAtProofpoint

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Why Proofpoint At Proofpoint we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons youll love working with us:

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops stretch project assignments and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.

Flexible work environment: Remote options hybrid schedules flexible hours etc..

Annual wellness and community outreach days

Always on recognition for your contributions

Global collaboration and networking opportunities

Our Culture:

Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging empower purpose and drive success-every day for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process please reach out to . How to Apply Interested Submit your application here We cant wait to hear from you!

Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge skills and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package including flexible time off a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option.

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