Senior Security Engineer

Job Title : Senior Security EngineerLocation: Boston, MAType : Hybrid 3 days onsite requiredContract: 6+ months with extensionsRoles & Responsibilities5+ years of experience across security engineering, software engineering, or data engineeringStrong programming skills in languages such as Python, Go, or similarHands-on experience with cloud platforms and modern infrastructure (AWS, Kubernetes, containers, IaC)Background in centralized logging, SIEM tools, and data pipeline developmentFamiliarity with Git-based workflows and CI/CD automationUnderstanding of threat actor behaviors, tactics, and techniquesProven experience detecting, investigating, and responding to security incidentsStrong communication skills with the ability to collaborate and provide technical directionSelf-starter mindset with the ability to make independent decisionsInterest in applying AI/ML to cybersecurity challengesCommitment to continuous learning and staying current in the fieldTechnical SkillsThe team is particularly focused on candidates with experience in modern cloud security platforms, with a strong preference for Wiz. However, comparable tools such as CrowdStrike or similar cloud/endpoint security solutions are also highly relevant.Additional exposure includes:AWS security and cloud-native controlsIdentity and access management tools such as OktaEndpoint and device management, including Mac and mobile environmentsBuilding and scaling detection capabilitiesCore ResponsibilitiesBuild and enhance scalable detection capabilities using an engineering-first approachDevelop and maintain systems that identify and mitigate threats across the organizationCreate detection logic as code (rule-based and ML-driven), incorporating automated testing and deployment pipelinesManage incident response end-to-end, including monitoring, triage, and resolution (on-call participation required)Improve detection and response processes through automation and AI-driven solutionsIngest and structure security telemetry to support efficient querying, analytics, and investigationsMonitor evolving threats and implement controls to address new and emerging risksCollaborate with engineering teams to integrate security into cloud-native architecturesPreferred / Nice-to-HaveExperience with Detection as Code frameworksStrong foundation in data engineering or data science conceptsExperience building detection-focused data pipelinesFamiliarity with analytics-driven or metrics-based security approaches (e.g., precision/recall)