Senior Threat Detection Engineer

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Job Description

About the Role 
 
We’re seeking a Senior Threat Detection Engineer with deep expertise in writing detection logic to defend against advanced threats, In this role, you will play a key part in fortifying our defenses against sophisticated cyber threats targeting the financial services sector. 

You will develop and maintain detection logic, simulate real-world attack scenarios, and work closely with our threat intelligence, SOC, and red/blue teams to ensure our detection capabilities are proactive, precise, and resilient.

 
Preferred Skills/Experience 
 
Design, implement, and continuously enhance advanced detection logic for financial threat scenarios (e.g., insider threats, APTs, Ransomware Actors). 
 
Leverage offensive security techniques (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, red team findings, threat emulation tools) to simulate and validate detection coverage. 
 
Integrate and utilize Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) platforms to identify detection gaps and improve threat visibility. 
 
Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to operationalize IOCs, TTPs, and emerging threat trends specific to financial services. 
 
Tune and optimize SIEM, EDR, and XDR rules and analytics for signal-to-noise ratio. 

Attack Simulation: Develop and execute sophisticated attack simulations to test and evaluate the effectiveness of security measures. 

Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity trends and technologies, continually enhancing detection capabilities. 

Collaboration: Work closely with other security team members and departments to ensure comprehensive protection across all systems. 
 
Assist with investigations of advanced threats and provide expert-level guidance on detection and response strategies. 
 
Partner with security operations, red team, and incident response for end-to-end threat lifecycle coverage. 
 
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on detection engineering or threat detection. 
 
Strong knowledge of offensive security tactics, including familiarity with adversary emulation frameworks and red team methodologies. 

Demonstrate in depth knowledge of operating system internals and network communications 

Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security services (e.g., AWS GuardDuty, Azure Sentinel, GCP Security Command Center). 

Proficiency in writing detection rules using SIEMs or cloud-native tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, Chronicle, Panther). 

Familiarity with cloud attack frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK for Cloud, Cloud Security Alliance’s Cloud Controls Matrix). 

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security and cloud configuration monitoring. 

 
Hands-on experience with Breach and Attack Simulation tools (e.g., SafeBreach, AttackIQ, Cymulate, SCYTHE). 
 
Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional detection initiatives. 

Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail. 

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts. 
 
 
Offensive Security certifications (e.g., OSCP, OSEP, CRTO, GXPN). 
 
Exposure to threat hunting and purple team exercises. 
 
Familiarity with regulatory requirements in finance (e.g., NIST,  FFIEC, GLBA, SOX). 
 
  **The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.**

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits: 

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

• Basic term and optional term life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability

• Pregnancy disability and parental leave

• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

• Adoption assistance

• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $111,605.00 - $131,300.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.