Senior Security Engineer, Threat Detection & Response

About the Role:

• Maleda Tech is hiring a Senior Security Engineer to join a growing Threat Detection and Response function supporting a major technology organization.
• This front-line security team detects, investigates, and responds to internal and external threats and malicious activity across the organization's systems and infrastructure.
• As a senior member, you'll help define and execute the vision for threat detection and incident response capabilities, mentor other engineers, and drive novel approaches to detecting, containing, and mitigating threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform investigations of security incidents using digital forensics and data analytics.
• Apply coding, data analytics, and investigative skills to hunt, detect, and respond to threats.
• Build automation and detection models to identify anomalous activity and support response efforts at scale.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in security operations, including investigations, incident response, and digital forensics.
• Proficiency in Python or another scripting language; experience with SQL and Pandas a plus.
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch, Cyber Kill Chain, and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks preferred.

Key Details:

• Start Date: September 15, 2026; Engagement Length: Approximately 12 months.
• Remote within the US; 40 hours/week, 8 hours/day, Monday-Friday.
• Pay Rate: $130-$142/hour; Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.