Senior Incident Commander - Threat Detection & Response

TikTok; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social media platform is seeking a Senior Security Specialist, Detection & Response to manage cybersecurity incidents and improve incident response capabilities. This role requires strong technical skills across multiple operating systems and experience with threat detection. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity and at least 5 years of related experience in incident handling. Join us in a dynamic environment that values creativity and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Linux, macOS, and Windows.
• Experience with SIEM/SOAR tools and ELK stack.
• Ability to work within constraints to solve problems.
• Excellent knowledge of industry-standard frameworks.
• One or more programming/scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Serve as incident commander during cybersecurity incidents.
• Perform technical analysis and assessments of cybersecurity incidents.
• Lead cross-functional projects to improve detection and response.
• Develop incident response plans and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Detection Engineering team.

Skills

Strong experience with Linux, macOS, and Windows

Experience with SIEM/SOAR tools and ELK stack

Experience identifying and responding to advanced threats

Excellent knowledge of industry-standard frameworks

Ability to work within constraints

Ability to work well in an ambiguous environment

One or more programming/scripting languages

Education

Bachelors’ Degree or equivalent work experience in Cybersecurity

Tools

SIEM/SOAR tools

ELK stack

Job description

A leading social media platform is seeking a Senior Security Specialist, Detection & Response to manage cybersecurity incidents and improve incident response capabilities. This role requires strong technical skills across multiple operating systems and experience with threat detection. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity and at least 5 years of related experience in incident handling. Join us in a dynamic environment that values creativity and collaboration.