AI-Driven Threat Detection Manager

Datadog; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 192,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Stock equity (RSUs)

Career development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Datadog is hiring an Engineering Manager for Threat Detection to lead a high-performing team focused on advancing detection systems. This role emphasizes building AI-accelerated detection capabilities, managing a team, and collaborating across various security disciplines. Candidates should have experience in security operations, detection engineering, and a strong understanding of modern threat techniques.

The role offers an inclusive hybrid workplace, emphasizing work-life balance, extensive benefits, and competitive salaries.

Qualifications

• Experience in security operations, detection engineering, or incident response.
• Strong understanding of modern threat actor techniques.
• Technically credible, able to review detection logic and architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy for AI-accelerated detection and response.
• Drive development of high-fidelity detections.
• Build and mentor a high-performing team.

Skills

Security operations knowledge

Detection engineering lifecycle

Python proficiency

Automation systems experience

Leadership and mentoring

Education

Prior experience in SaaS or cloud infrastructure

Job description

Datadog is hiring an Engineering Manager for Threat Detection to lead a high-performing team focused on advancing detection systems. This role emphasizes building AI-accelerated detection capabilities, managing a team, and collaborating across various security disciplines. Candidates should have experience in security operations, detection engineering, and a strong understanding of modern threat techniques.

The role offers an inclusive hybrid workplace, emphasizing work-life balance, extensive benefits, and competitive salaries.