SOC Detection Engineer

Requisition ID:  283824

• Relocation Authorized:  None
• Telework Type: Full-Time Telework 
• Work Location: Glendale, AZ
• Salary Range: $109,990 - $166,510 annually (Determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

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Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

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Job Summary:

In this role, you will assist in the design and implementation to secure network solutions designed to defend against hackers, cyberattacks, and other persistent threats. You will participate in continually testing and monitoring these systems, making sure that all the system’s defenses are up to date and working correctly.  You will assist in defending Bechtel’s network against cyberattacks, counteracting network security issues and assist in applying computer science methodologies to perform root cause analysis to mitigate threats and vulnerabilities. By ensuring the integrity and availability of information systems, you will play an important role in protecting the organization and its stakeholders.

We are seeking a highly skilled SOC Detection Engineer to join our Security Operations Center (SOC). This role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining security detections within our SIEM and other security monitoring platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in threat detection, log analysis, and security operations, ensuring that our SOC can rapidly identify and respond to emerging threats. 

Major Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and deploying detection rules and alerts within the SIEM.  
• Monitor and analyze security events to identify potential threats.  
• Support SOC analysts in investigating security incidents.  
• Work with various log sources to improve visibility and detection coverage.  
• Assist in documentation and reporting of detection logic and playbooks.  
• Participate in security training and learning initiatives to enhance skillset.  

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Typically requires a bachelors degree and 5+ years of experience or 9+ years of relevant work experience.
• US citizenship is required.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Intermediate proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, QRadar, or Elastic Security.  
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and attack methodologies (MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, CIS).  
• Proficiency with Regular Expressions.
• Basic knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.  
• Strong understanding of log sources including Windows/Linux event logs, network traffic, and endpoint security solutions.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com