Sr. Staff Security Engineer

Operator of the world's largest security cloud, protecting enterprise customers through the AI-powered Zero Trust Exchange platform.
$129,000 - $185,000
Security
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr. Staff Security Engineer

Zscaler, the world's largest cloud security platform operator, is seeking a Sr. Staff Security Engineer to join their Federal environments team. This role is crucial in designing and implementing advanced security detection and monitoring solutions. The position requires expertise in Elastic Stack (ELK), detection engineering, and incident response, with direct reporting to the CSIRT/SOC Director.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing ELK-based security monitoring systems, developing detection rules, managing security events, and conducting threat hunting. This role requires US Citizenship with an active Secret Security Clearance and willingness to travel up to 50%.

Zscaler offers a comprehensive benefits package including health plans, parental leave, retirement options, and education reimbursement. The company is proud of its inclusive culture and commitment to diversity, serving thousands of enterprise customers including 40% of Fortune 500 companies.

The Engineering team at Zscaler has built an impressive security platform with over 100 patents and serves more than 15 million users across 185 countries. This is an excellent opportunity for security professionals who want to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to protecting critical infrastructure.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,000 to $185,000 USD, along with additional benefits. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and making the cloud a safer place for business.

Last updated 20 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Staff Security Engineer

  • Implement and optimize ELK-based security monitoring systems
  • Develop and maintain detection rules for advanced threats
  • Manage security event monitoring and response processes
  • Conduct threat hunting and root cause analysis
  • Ensure compliance and security standards in detection activities

Requirements For Sr. Staff Security Engineer

Python
  • 5+ years of experience in security engineering or operations
  • Proficiency in managing Elastic Stack (ELK) for security event analysis
  • Strong experience with cloud security tools (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
  • Proven ability in security detection engineering
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
  • US Citizenship with active Secret Security Clearance
  • Willing to travel up to 50%

Benefits For Sr. Staff Security Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401k
Education Budget
  • Various health plans
  • Vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks

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