Senior Security Engineer

April 9, 2026
Application ends: October 1, 2026
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Job Description

Job Detail
  • Own the engineering and tuning of endpoint detection & response, network detection & response platforms
  • Drive advancement and growth of detection and automation initiatives
  • Build, test, and deploy behavioral detections solutions aligned to MITRE ATT&CK TTPs
  • Continuously improve detection efficacy using business context and real-world feedback
  • Engineer and optimize detection pipelines in SIEM
  • Author comprehensive runbooks, write automation scripts, and build SOAR capabilities to improve response times
  • Build and maintain enrichment workflows and automated response playbooks using SOAR
  • Create, maintain and manage a library of automated playbooks to address new threats and tactics employed by attackers
  • Ensure telemetry normalization, parsing and alert fidelity across data sources
  • Operationalize threat intelligence into actionable detection rules, dashboards, and response workflows
  • Lead red/blue teaming efforts to test detections against real-world scenarios
  • Integrate external and internal threat feeds to strengthen signal correlation
  • Apply STRIDE & DREAD methodologies to model risks associated with applications, systems and emerging threats
  • Recommend and document compensating controls for identified risks
  • Partner closely with Security Operations, Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC), and wider Engineering teams to enhance detection coverage
  • Document information security design and architecture
  • Mentor and cross-train staff members in the areas of subject matter expertise
  • Provide engineering support to Technology Operations implementing industry standard benchmarks and evaluation activities
  • Other duties as assigned


    Functional Competencies

    Strong knowledge of the Cyber Threat landscape and ability to articulate and incorporate understanding of major threat categories, motivations and intent of adversaries
  • Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of MITRE ATT&CK
  • Experience in at least one programming language (Python, Go, C, C ) or deep expertise using low-code automation tools or SOAR Platforms
  • Experience building and scaling observability solutions
  • Experience with Adversary emulation, continuous detection improvement and operational excellence
  • Must be able to collaborate with other teams
  • Clear verbal and written communication will be required


    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications

    5 years Information Security with 3 years focused on Detection Engineering, including EDR, NDR, SIEM, SOAR tooling
  • Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of MITRE ATT&CK, STRIDE & DREAD models
  • Strong scripting skills (Python, YAML etc
  • ) and experience with data parsing and log normalization
  • Industry certifications such as CISSP, GCTI, GCIA, GDSA or equivalent preferred


    Physical Activities/Requirements

    This is a hybrid role based out of our Dublin HQ


    Target Base Pay

    $115,548 – $144,435/year

    Compensation At Patelco

    Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only
  • Patelco Credit Union considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer
  • We offer a competitive total rewards package including a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits

    We Offer

    Physical Health:

    Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits
  • Onsite fitness center at HQ and rewards for completing wellness related activities


    Financial Health:

    Competitive compensation packages with bonus opportunity
  • 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor and 5% employer match
  • Discounts on loan products
  • Tuition reimbursement


    Emotional Health:

    Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • PTO for part-time and full-time positions
  • Paid holidays


    Personal Development:

    On-the-job training and skills development
  • Internal transfer opportunities for career growth
  • Volunteer work


    Flexible work arrangements available for specific positions

    Patelco Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans



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