CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI. Built for pioneers by pioneers CoreWeave delivers a platform of technology tools and teams that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence. Trusted by leading AI labs startups and global enterprises CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability. Founded in 2017 CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at. About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Security Operations Engineer II specializing in security event triaging and incident response to join our 24x7 Security Operations team based in our Livingston New Jersey this role you will lead initial triaging escalation and incident response efforts and contribute to the improvement of our detection and response capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be part of a 24/7/365 SOC that includes a rotating on-call schedule for overnights/weekends
- Investigate security incidents including creating detections (detections-as-code) analysis containment and remediation ensuring rapid response to potential threats across Linux MacOS and Kubernetes environments.
- Utilize and query SIEM EDR and other security tooling to detect investigate and respond to suspicious activity in real-time.
- Conduct post-incident reviews providing insights and recommendations for improving security defenses across engineering operations and security teams.
- Work closely with threat intelligence & detection engineering teams to identify emerging threats and ensure the incident response team is prepared to defend against them.
- Mentor and guide junior security engineers and operators helping to foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
- Stay up-to-date with industry best practices threat landscape trends and relevant technologies to continually improve the organizations incident response capabilities.
Who You Are:
- Degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Cyber Security Information Technology or similar experience.
- 3 years of experience in forensics incident response or security operations or related fields.
- Strong experience with Linux and MacOS systems including deep knowledge of system internals logging and forensic artifacts.
- Experience with Kubernetes and familiarity with securing containerized environments.
- Familiarity with modern security tools and platforms such as SIEM EDR IDS/IPS and firewalls.
- Strong understanding of network protocols firewalls VPNs proxies and other security technologies.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to handle and interpret large amounts of data and the ability to translate these into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.
Why CoreWeave
At CoreWeave we work hard have fun and move fast! Were in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. Were not afraid of a little chaos and were constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together which is represented through our core values:
- Be Curious at Your Core
- Act Like an Owner
- Empower Employees
- Deliver Best-in-Class Client Experiences
- Achieve More Together
We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and enables the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for takeoff the organizations growth opportunities are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry who will want to learn from you too. Come join us!
The base salary range for this role is $109000 to $160000. The starting salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge skills experience and market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining addition to base salary our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus equity awards and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).
What We Offer
The range weve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications experience interview performance and location.
In addition to a competitive salary we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs including:
- Medical dental and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary supplemental life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
- Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible full-service childcare support with Kinside
- 401(k) with a generous employer match
- Flexible PTO
- Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
- A casual work environment
- A work culture focused on innovative disruption
Our Workplace
While we prioritize a hybrid work environment remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration.
California Consumer Privacy Act - California applicants only
CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information.
As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact: .
Export Control Compliance
This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may for legitimate business reasons decline to pursue any export licensing process.
Required Experience:
IC
CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI. Built for pioneers by pioneers CoreWeave delivers a platform of technology tools and teams that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence. Trusted by leading AI labs startups and global enterprises CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure per...
CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI. Built for pioneers by pioneers CoreWeave delivers a platform of technology tools and teams that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence. Trusted by leading AI labs startups and global enterprises CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability. Founded in 2017 CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at. About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Security Operations Engineer II specializing in security event triaging and incident response to join our 24x7 Security Operations team based in our Livingston New Jersey this role you will lead initial triaging escalation and incident response efforts and contribute to the improvement of our detection and response capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be part of a 24/7/365 SOC that includes a rotating on-call schedule for overnights/weekends
- Investigate security incidents including creating detections (detections-as-code) analysis containment and remediation ensuring rapid response to potential threats across Linux MacOS and Kubernetes environments.
- Utilize and query SIEM EDR and other security tooling to detect investigate and respond to suspicious activity in real-time.
- Conduct post-incident reviews providing insights and recommendations for improving security defenses across engineering operations and security teams.
- Work closely with threat intelligence & detection engineering teams to identify emerging threats and ensure the incident response team is prepared to defend against them.
- Mentor and guide junior security engineers and operators helping to foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
- Stay up-to-date with industry best practices threat landscape trends and relevant technologies to continually improve the organizations incident response capabilities.
Who You Are:
- Degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Cyber Security Information Technology or similar experience.
- 3 years of experience in forensics incident response or security operations or related fields.
- Strong experience with Linux and MacOS systems including deep knowledge of system internals logging and forensic artifacts.
- Experience with Kubernetes and familiarity with securing containerized environments.
- Familiarity with modern security tools and platforms such as SIEM EDR IDS/IPS and firewalls.
- Strong understanding of network protocols firewalls VPNs proxies and other security technologies.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to handle and interpret large amounts of data and the ability to translate these into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.
Why CoreWeave
At CoreWeave we work hard have fun and move fast! Were in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. Were not afraid of a little chaos and were constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together which is represented through our core values:
- Be Curious at Your Core
- Act Like an Owner
- Empower Employees
- Deliver Best-in-Class Client Experiences
- Achieve More Together
We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and enables the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for takeoff the organizations growth opportunities are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry who will want to learn from you too. Come join us!
The base salary range for this role is $109000 to $160000. The starting salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge skills experience and market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining addition to base salary our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus equity awards and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).
What We Offer
The range weve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications experience interview performance and location.
In addition to a competitive salary we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs including:
- Medical dental and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary supplemental life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
- Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible full-service childcare support with Kinside
- 401(k) with a generous employer match
- Flexible PTO
- Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
- A casual work environment
- A work culture focused on innovative disruption
Our Workplace
While we prioritize a hybrid work environment remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration.
California Consumer Privacy Act - California applicants only
CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information.
As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact: .
Export Control Compliance
This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may for legitimate business reasons decline to pursue any export licensing process.
Required Experience:
IC
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