- 8+ years of hands-on experience with a major SIEM platform (Cortex XSIAM, CrowdStrike Next-Gen SIEM, Google SecOps, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, IBM QRadar, Elastic Security) in production environments
- Experience deploying and administering at least one SOAR platform (Cortex XSOAR, Google SecOps SOAR, CrowdStrike Falcon Fusion, Splunk SOAR, Microsoft Sentinel Automation, Swimlane, Tines)
- Demonstrated experience deploying and tuning log ingestion pipelines, indexers, and storage tiers, including sizing, retention configuration, and performance troubleshooting
- Strong grasp of log and telemetry analysis: network, endpoint, identity, and cloud audit data sources
- Experience building custom correlation rules, detections, and dashboards beyond default configurations
- Proficient in Python and PowerShell scripting for automation, customization, and playbook development
- Working knowledge of query languages (XQL, LogScale/CQL, YARA-L, SPL, KQL, or equivalent) and experience integrating diverse data sources into a SIEM
- Experienced in proactive threat hunting and incident investigations using the MITRE ATT&CK framework, Cyber Kill Chain, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), and CIS Critical Security Controls to identify adversary TTPs and strengthen detection and response capabilities
- Experience with cloud-native logging (AWS CloudTrail, Azure Monitor, GCP Audit Logs) is a strong plus
- Solid understanding of network security, cloud environments, Identity, Linux, Mac, and Windows
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities
- Effective communication skills with the ability to engage with clients and Team members
- Relevant certifications (CEH, PenTest+, Security+, CISSP, Microsoft SC-200) preferred or equivalent industry certifications are a plus
The compensation range indicated in this posting reflects the On-Target Earnings (“OTE”) for this role, which includes a base salary and any applicable target bonus amount. This OTE range may vary based on the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
Why AHEAD
Through our daily work and internal groups like Moving Women AHEAD and RISE AHEAD, we value and benefit from diversity of people, ideas, experience, and everything in between.
We fuel growth by stacking our office with top-notch technologies in a multi-million-dollar lab, by encouraging cross department training and development, sponsoring certifications and credentials for continued learning.
USA Employment Benefits include
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid company holidays
- Paid time off
- Paid parental and caregiver leave
- Plus more! See benefits https://www.aheadbenefits.com/ for additional details.
Use of AI
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, assessing responses, or to capture recordings and create transcriptions or summaries during interviews. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.
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You may opt-out of the review or analysis of your application and resume by AI tools by using the General Application. Please include the role you wish to apply for in the Additional Information field. You may also choose to opt-out of recording and transcription at any time, including after joining an interview. Candidates will not be penalized for choosing to opt-out.