Sr. Engineer, Cybersecurity - Threat Response Strategic Execution

tmobile; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

T-Mobile is seeking a security-focused professional to support Threat Response, strengthening SOC and Incident Response collaboration. The role applies engineering judgment to deliver TR initiatives and to identify and mitigate technical risks that affect security posture.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in cybersecurity, experience with SIEM/SOAR/EDR, and strong communication across teams. The position emphasizes measurable security improvements and strategic alignment with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology (required).
• Advanced degree with related experience (preferred).
• 4-7 years experience in security software or business process design (preferred).
• 4-7 years experience in technical project management and leading multi-functional solution design teams (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Drives delivery of advanced security strategies, tools, and technologies across the TR organization.
• Proactively identifies technical risks, blockers, and dependencies and drives mitigation measures.
• Collaborates with IT and business teams to align with TR goals.
• Maintains the TR roadmap by tracking readiness across people, process, and technology.
• Participates in other duties or projects as assigned by management.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Security Engineering

Security Operations

Security Automation

SIEM

EDR

Incident Management

Technical Communication

Stakeholder Management

AI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Advanced degree

Tools

SIEM

SOAR

EDR

Job description

At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation package - this is Total Rewards. Employees enjoy multiple wealth-building opportunities through our annual stock grant, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), and access to free, year-round money coaches. That's how we're UNSTOPPABLE for our employees!

This role is essential to the Threat Response (TR) organization, strengthening how the Security Operations Center (SOC) and Incident Response (IR) teams detect, investigate, and contain cyber threats to T-Mobile and our customers. It applies cybersecurity engineering judgment to the delivery of TR initiatives, sequencing technical work and communicating progress on the capabilities that defend against cyber threats and vulnerabilities. The role is distinguished by its focus on proactive identification of technical risks, blockers, and dependencies, and deployment of mitigation measures that drive response capabilities and remediation to completion. Success is measured by the effectiveness of security improvements and alignment with organizational goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Drives delivery of advanced security strategies, tools, and technologies across the TR organization, tracking technical execution of SOC and IR initiatives through to completion
• Proactively identifies technical risks, blockers, and dependencies across TR initiatives and drives effective mitigation or remediation measures to safeguard the company's systems and data
• Collaborates with various IT and business teams to align with TR goals
• Maintains the TR roadmap by monitoring technical readiness and status across people, process, and technology commitments
• Participates in other duties or projects as assigned by business management as needed

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of related work experience OR Advanced degree with 3 years of related experience (required)
• Acceptable areas of study include Computer Science or Information Technology (required)
• 4-7 years experience with security related software and/or business process design (preferred)
• 4-7 years experience in technical project management and leading multi-functional solution design teams (preferred)
• 4-7 years experience in SOC or IR functions, including working knowledge of SIEM, SOAR, and EDR platforms and detection engineering practices (preferred)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Cybersecurity
• Security Automation
• Security Engineering and Operations
• Security Incident and Escalation Management
• Security Technologies
• Stakeholder Management
• Technical Communication

Preferred Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified in Risk & Information Systems Control (CRISC)

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Travel

Travel Required (Yes/No):Yes

DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No):No

Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No):No

***The base pay range below is the National Pay Range - to find out the range for the location listed, please click on the link in the second paragraph below.*****

Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity: $118,910 - $214,360

National Base Pay Range: $103,400 - $186,400

The Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity represents the expected total cash compensation for this role at target performance, combining base salary and annual incentive opportunity. Actual earnings may be higher or lower depending on individual performance and overall company results.

The base pay range reflects the compensation component of this opportunity. The candidate's actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, https://paylookup.t-mobile.com/paylookup?reqID=REQ360055dox=1

At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on individual and/or company performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee's eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. The incentive component included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflects target performance. Actual earnings included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflect target performance; actual payouts may vary.

At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employee