Senior Security Developer

At Arctic Wolf, we're not just navigating the cybersecurity landscape - we're redefining it. Our global team of dedicated Pack members is driving innovation and setting new industry standards every day. Our impact speaks for itself: we've earned recognition on the Forbes Cloud 100, CNBC Disruptor 50, Fortune Future 50, and Fortune Cyber 60 lists, and we recently took home the 2024 CRN Products of the Year award. We’re proud to be named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Managed Detection and Response Services and earning a Customers' Choice distinction from Gartner Peer Insights. Our Aurora Platform also received CRN’s Products of the Year award in the inaugural Security Operations Platform category. Join a company that’s not only leading, but also shaping, the future of security operations.

The Senior Cloud Security Developer will contribute to our IDR department by leading and supporting initiatives that advance our Managed Detection and Response (MDR) capabilities through the development of cloud-native detections and security coverage across major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), enabling us to better protect our customers from emerging threats.

About the Role

A Senior Cloud Security Developer within the Detection & Response (D&R) team is a cybersecurity expert and an experienced cloud detections developer who also plays a key leadership and mentorship role. In this position, you'll research and curate alerts and reports within your assigned detection surface, monitor emerging threats, and identify areas for investment that will strengthen Arctic Wolf’s threat detection capabilities.

You'll collaborate cross-functionally with team members, Product Management, Security Services, and other specialists to constantly enhance the breadth and depth of our threat coverage — all with the shared mission to make security better for our customers every day.

Responsibilities Include:

• Research and develop deep expertise in threat surfaces and the corresponding telemetry.

• Propose improvements to detection coverage and efficacy.

• Lead and mentor technical team members; support the growth of emerging leaders.

• Develop, tune, and maintain novel detections across cloud environments.

• Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle.

• Write clean, efficient, testable, and secure code.

• Create runbooks, reports, and documentation for detection workflows.

• Share knowledge and research findings across the team and broader organization.

• Participate in our annual R&D Hackathon to drive innovation and cross-functional collaboration — sometimes turning experimental ideas into production features.

About You

You bring a strong mix of security research and development experience, especially in the context of cloud environments. You're passionate about cloud security, anomaly detection, and building resilient detections to combat evolving threats. You're also comfortable working in Agile teams and mentoring others.

You have deep expertise in two or more of the following areas:

• Cloud Security Research for IaaS/PaaS/SaaS platforms

• Cloud Architecture and Security Operations (CloudSecOps)

• Public Cloud Platforms: AWS, GCP, Azure

• Containerization: Kubernetes, Docker

• SaaS Security: Microsoft365, Defender, Google Suite

• Email Security: Microsoft Exchange, Proofpoint, Mimecast

• Detection Development: Anomaly/behavioral-based detections, tuning & optimization

You are proficient in at least two of the following:

• Python (preferred language)

• Test-Driven Development (TDD)

• Secure Development Practices

• DevOps Tooling and Practices

• Agile Methodologies: SCRUM, Kanban

Bonus if you’ve worked with:

• Open Source Security Tools: Zeek/Bro, Suricata, etc.

• SIEM and Security Analytics Platforms: Elastic, Splunk, or open source big data stacks

About Arctic Wolf

At Arctic Wolf, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture. This is reflected in our multiple awards, including Top Workplace USA (2021-2024), Best Places to Work – USA (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – Canada (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – UK (2024), and Kununu Top Company – Germany (2024). Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over 7,000 customers worldwide and more than 2,000 channel partners globally. As we continue to expand globally and enhance our technology, Arctic Wolf remains the most trusted name in the industry. 

Our Values  

Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion, and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that—by protecting people’s and organizations’ sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk— we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good.  

We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unity here.   

We also believe and practice corporate responsibility, and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement, ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.  

All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:  

• Equity for all employees 

• Flexible time off and paid volunteer days 

• RRSP and 401k match 

• Training and career development programs 

• Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical, mental health, dental, disability, life and AD&D, and value-added services 

• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health services 

• Fertility support and paid parental leave 

Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodations by emailing recruiting@arcticwolf.com.  

Security Requirements  

• Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies). 

• Background checks are required for this position.  

• This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”).  Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations.