Senior Detection Engineer

Interapt is developing a CyberSecurity team to support a high impact client engagement focused on cloud security operations, IT risk, and secure architecture. This team will work closely with lead and cross-functional client teams to implement technical security controls, support project-based risk reviews, and assist in establishing secure practices across the SDLC.

We are looking for a Senior Detection Engineer, who will play a key role in protecting critical infrastructure. In this role, you'll design and refine advanced detection logic, enable security automation, and strengthen defense capabilities through collaborative threat detection initiatives. You'll work closely with SOC teams, engineers, and third-party partners to ensure detection coverage, fine-tune alerts, and support investigations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and tune SIEM/EDR detection content and response workflows
• Build and maintain SOAR automations using Python, PowerShell, or similar
• Review and remediate false positives; enhance alert fidelity
• Troubleshoot log parsing and detection logic issues
• Partner with MSSPs and project teams to drive detection quality
• Support threat hunting and purple team exercises
• Mentor SOC analysts and contribute to process documentation

Requirements

• 4+ years in SOC or cyber defense roles (or equivalent experience)
• Deep experience with SIEM and EDR platforms (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, etc.)
• Strong scripting skills for automation and integration (Python, PowerShell)
• Proficiency with log pipelines, parsing (Syslog, JSON, XML, CEF)
• Solid understanding of network protocols, endpoint telemetry, and attacker TTPs
• Threat modeling or red/purple team collaboration experience is ideal
• Familiarity with REST APIs and large-scale cyber projects
• Industry certifications like CISSP, GCIH, OSCP, or CISM preferred

*This role is not open to agency submissions or Corp-to-Corp partnerships. Direct Applicants Only!

**Due to the nature of this role, only U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders will be considered.

***At Interapt, we embrace diverse perspectives and welcome applicants from all walks of life. If you don’t meet every qualification on our list, don't let that stop you from applying. We're committed to investing in the right candidate, so if you're excited about this opportunity, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Interapt will not discriminate against applicants based on RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX (INCLUDING PREGNANCY AND GENDER IDENTITY), SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENETIC INFORMATION, OR BECAUSE THEY ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY OR A PERSON 40 YEARS OLD OR OLDER.