Principal Security Engineer

3 weeks, 1 day ago
Full-time
Lead
Cybersecurity
Stellar Cyber

Stellar Cyber

Stellar Cyber provides Next Gen SIEM Security, Network Detection, and Response platforms with AI-driven threat analysis, empowering lean security teams to secure environments effectively.

Professional Services
51-250
Founded 2017
$80M raised

Description

  • Observe and study SOC practices such as alert investigation, threat hunting, and response workflows to identify patterns for automation.
  • Build, extend, and maintain security-focused AI agents, tools, and workflows across the SOC lifecycle.
  • Translate complex analyst behaviors and security processes into scalable automation primitives.
  • Prototype and iterate quickly on new tooling, integrations, and platform features based on operational feedback.
  • Collaborate with product, research, and engineering teams to align solutions with user needs and architectural standards.
  • Communicate insights, trade-offs, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Work directly with SOC analysts to understand real-world operational needs and improve investigation and response efficiency.

Requirements

  • Experience in cybersecurity or SOC operations with strong familiarity with security workflows, tools, and operational practices.
  • Solid software engineering experience, including the ability to code automation and use engineering tooling such as Git.
  • Proficiency in at least one modern programming language used for tooling or automation, such as Python or TypeScript.
  • Experience working with security tools such as SIEM, endpoint telemetry, intrusion detection, and threat intelligence feeds.
  • Ability to observe, document, and abstract complex operational behavior into repeatable software constructs.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to explain security concepts and engineering decisions to varied audiences.
  • Prior experience with SOC teams or working directly in security operations is preferred.
  • Familiarity with security automation frameworks such as SOAR or detection engineering toolkits is preferred.
  • Background in threat detection engineering, red/blue team tools, or incident response workflows is preferred.
  • Advanced security certifications such as OSCP, CISSP, or GCIH, or equivalent hands-on experience, are preferred.

Benefits

  • Base compensation range of USD 190,000-260,000 per year.
  • Bonus opportunity and equity as part of total compensation.
  • Pre-IPO stock options.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Paid time off.
  • Employee discount, referral, and rewards and recognition programs.

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