Security Engineer - Remote

3C Deutschland GmbH; Allen (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in data and technology is seeking a Security Engineer to enhance their threat detection capabilities. The role involves collaborating with various teams to improve security measures and develop new use cases. This position offers a flexible work environment and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Matching 401K

Flexible time off

Volunteer time off

12 paid holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in security engineering or site reliability engineering.
• Proficiency in Terraform and experience with Cloud Migration.

Responsibilities

• Understand data feeds from multiple security tools and logs feeding the SIEM.
• Create new use cases based on threat intelligence and previous incidents.

Skills

Terraform

Python

Golang

Agile methodologies

Tools

Splunk

REST APIs

Job description

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics, and software. We also assist millions of people in realizing their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com

Job Description

Reporting to the Threat Detection Manager, the Security Engineer will collaborate with teams including cyber threat intelligence analysts, SOC analysts, threat detection engineers, server and network administrators, security tool administrators, and department customers. You will have experience in information security, incident response, and understanding of security log feeds mapped into the SIEM.

You will:

• Understand data feeds from multiple security tools and logs feeding the SIEM & UEBA technologies. Identify capabilities and quality of these feeds and recommend improvements.
• Create new use cases based on threat intelligence, analyst feedback, available log data, and previous incidents.
• Perform daily activities of the content lifecycle, including creating, testing, tuning, removing content, and maintaining documentation.
• Improve vulnerabilities across different application environments.
• Collaborate with security teams and product SMEs to identify capability gaps.
• Develop parsers and field extractions to facilitate content development.
• Create custom scripts to enhance SIEM functionality.
• Participate in root cause analysis of security incidents and recommend new data sources and enrichment strategies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in security engineering or site reliability engineering.
• Proficiency in Terraform and experience with Cloud Migration.
• Experience developing CI/CD pipelines for Infrastructure as Code.
• Knowledge of programming/scripting fundamentals (Python/Golang).
• Expertise in ETL onboarding for diverse log feed technologies.
• Support experience with Splunk platform administration, dashboards, applications, and use cases.
• Hands-on experience developing REST APIs to capture data from external sources.
• Experience with Agile methodologies.
• Understanding of multiple log formats and source data for SIEM analysis.
• Solid background with Windows and Linux platforms (security or system administration).
• This role is remote within the US.
• Competitive compensation package and bonus plan.
• Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K.
• Flexible work environment: remote, hybrid, or in-office.
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays.

Additional Information

At Experian, we celebrate your uniqueness. Our culture and people are key differentiators. We focus on DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, rewards, recognition, and volunteering. Our people-first approach has earned us awards such as Great Place to Work in 24 countries, FORTUNE's Best Companies to Work, and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 stars). Learn more about life at Experian on social media or our Careers site.

We are an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is integral to our DNA, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed and bring their whole self to work, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you require accommodations, please let us know early.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.