Security Engineer II

Who We Are

At Critical Start, we’re on a mission to make everyone a valued member of a winning team, united by an inspiring purpose: shaping the future of cybersecurity. Since 2012, we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding organizations from cyberattacks, preparing for evolving threats, and earning recognition for our innovative contributions to the industry.

 

We thrive in an agile, collaborative environment that fosters creativity and action. At Critical Start, innovation drives everything we do. We pioneered the first MOBILESOC app for on-the-go threat detection and response, automated alert resolutions to maximize efficiency, and cut alert investigation time by 99.3% - transforming the way cybersecurity teams work. Our team and customers genuinely value the impact we make every day.

 

Everything we do is grounded in our three core principles:

• Do what’s best for our customers.
• Do what’s best for our team members.
• Don’t do things that suck.

Want to hear more from our team? Watch this video to gain insights into life at Critical Start or check out our Glassdoor reviews for an inside look.

 

What can we offer you?

• A chance to make an impact every day—whether protecting customers or contributing to a greater mission.
• Collaboration with talented, supportive teammates who value accountability and growth.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, striving for excellence, and breaking past mediocrity.
• A culture of learning, innovation, and inclusivity, where every idea matters.
• Recognition for being at the forefront of the industry—we’ve received accolades that prove we’re doing something right.
• A supportive environment where you belong and your contributions truly matter, as one team member put it: “Every day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth, and the culture is unlike any other.

Who You Are

We are seeking a Security Engineer II to join the Critical Start Technologies Private Ltd. team, operating under the Critical Start umbrella, for our India operations. As a Security Engineer or Security Analyst with 2-5 years of experience, you've conducted numerous investigations using various security tools. You're a specialist in a handful of these tools and discussing topics like port scans excites you rather than daunts you. You're not only willing but eager to showcase your skills during the interview process because you find it enjoyable. You possess a deep understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework and have the confidence to craft your own Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) for investigating Security Alerts. Your self-driven nature is a defining trait, as you don't wait for explicit instructions and thrive on project-based work that allows you to construct your efficient processes. Your expertise extends to investigating and formulating custom threat detection queries, rules, IOCs, and IOAs.

 

Additionally, you are proficient with several leading EDR and SIEM enterprise security tools, including but not limited to Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Devo, Microsoft 365 Defender, Palo Alto Cortex XDR, CrowdStrike, and SentinelOne.

What You Will Be Doing?

Your role revolves around investigating Alerts for supported EDR/SIEM tools. This involves ensuring that the alerts provide sufficient detail for thorough investigation by our SOC. If necessary, you will request the implementation of relevant features from the Engineering/Product Management teams. Additionally, you'll be responsible for creating investigation procedure documentation for SOC analysts to aid in their initial investigations. This includes conducting training for internal security teams on how to handle alerts and follow investigation procedures effectively. You'll also conduct ad-hoc quality assurance checks on Alert quality and their ability to be investigated, particularly during maintenance or when Vendor APIs and Alert Content undergo changes.

 

Your primary objective is to guarantee that every Security Alert is easily investigable. This involves your capability to construct or modify existing queries to extract additional information that can facilitate alert resolution. Moreover, you possess the ability to write, maintain, and translate threat detection content across various EDR/SIEM platforms.

 

In the pursuit of these tasks, you will work collaboratively with a global team, spanning multiple time zones, all within an agile development environment. Recognizing when and how to seek assistance is also a crucial aspect of your role.

What You Will Bring?

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of related cybersecurity experience 
• Strong familiarity with investigating alerts from security products such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Devo, Microsoft 365 Defender, Palo Alto Cortex XDR, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Carbon Black, and Cylance.
• Exceptional communication skills, both in speaking and writing, with a talent for clear and organized expression.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly acquire new technical concepts and skills.
• Familiarity with tools like Github, Jira, and Confluence

Desired Qualifications:

• Certifications like OSCP or CISSP.

 

What It's Like Working Here

Imagine a dynamic, enjoyable, and rewarding work environment. We are professionals, and the work we do holds immense significance, like saving our customers from potential disasters. However, we believe in not taking ourselves too seriously. 

  

Prefer a casual dress code every day? No problem, as we find comfort enhances our thinking. 

  

What does our Compensation and Benefits package entail? 

 

• Competitive salary with bonus potential 
• Flexible PTO (Paid Time Off) policy 
• Depending on the role, you may work in the office, remotely, or adopt a hybrid work model.  
• And a new Tesla... just kidding! Kudos for making it to the end. 

 

We prioritize your privacy and security. Please note that Critical Start will never request financial information or sensitive personal data during the interview process. If you encounter any suspicious requests, do not respond and contact us directly at recruiting@criticalstart.com. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and trustworthy hiring experience.

  

Critical Start welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. One of our core values is to “Do what’s best for our employees,” and that starts with the hiring process by finding the best candidates and providing an environment that upholds equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, strictly prohibiting any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

  

This policy encompasses all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

 

Mental and Physical Requirements 

It's important to note that specific physical and mental requirements may vary depending on the nature of the office job, organization, and individual responsibilities. 

 

Physical:  

• Stationary position for extended periods of time. 
• Constantly operate a computer.  
• Occasionally you may be required to move equipment or other items up to 20 lbs. 
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. 

Mental:  

• Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner. 
• Make timely decisions in the context of workflow. 
• Ability to complete tasks and perform in situations requiring speed deadlines, or productivity quota. 
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress situations. 
• Ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems. 

For positions that can or will be performed, in whole or in part, remotely within the U.S., range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (sales roles only).

 

Employment Benefits:

100% employee coverage for healthcare/50% coverage for dependents, unlimited PTO (Paid Time Off) policy, paid Parental and Military Leave, dental and vision plan, Employer-provided Life Insurance (up to $100K coverage), Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability coverage, 401(k) Plan with Matching Program, 24/7/365 availability of Employee Assistance Program.

 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to visit our career site and apply for the position: https://www.criticalstart.com/careers/