Lead Security Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end forensic analysis (host, network, and memory) for high-priority security incidents
• Perform deep-dive root cause analysis to identify attack vectors and prevent recurrence
• Oversee MSSP technical output by reviewing escalated alerts and ensuring forensic readiness
• Mitigate risks within CI/CD pipelines and the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Consult with Engineering teams to translate technical vulnerabilities (SCA, SAST/DAST) into remediation steps
• Secure containerized workloads and cloud-native services in AWS/Azure
• Define and monitor SOC KPIs such as MTTD, MTTR, and False Positive rates
• Develop technical incident response playbooks and automate workflows using Python or PowerShell

Requirements

• Extensive experience with SIEM platforms (Sentinel, Splunk, or Google SecOps)
• Proficiency with EDR tools (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Defender)
• Experience with forensic toolsets such as Magnet or EnCase
• Advanced knowledge of enterprise scanners like Tenable or Qualys
• Technical proficiency in AWS or Azure security architectures
• Experience managing vulnerabilities within CI/CD environments
• Strong ability to communicate technical risk to IT administrators and software engineers

Preferred Qualifications

• GIAC certifications such as GCFA or GCIH
• Cloud security certifications including CCSP, AZ-500, or AWS Certified Security – Specialty
• General security certifications such as CISSP or CISM

About the Company

SolarWinds is a people-first company dedicated to helping customers accelerate business transformation with simple, powerful, and secure solutions. We foster an innovative, fast-paced environment where collaboration, accountability, and empathy are core values.