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Our mission is to protect, defend, and secure Uber’s products, infrastructure and data by building highly available, scalable and extensible security solutions and services. We are focused on proactively identifying and remediating security risks as well as swiftly detecting and mitigating security incidents. In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, we continuously adapt and evolve our defenses in order to always stay one step ahead of potential threats. We are seeking a talented and experienced Sr. Staff Security Engineer to join our Cyber Defense team and lead the development of the next generation security platform. This platform will be instrumental in enhancing our cyber defense capabilities across security posture management, threat detection, incident response, and more.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the technical direction and architecture of our cyber security defense capabilities, including areas such as enterprise security posture management, threat detection and response, and vulnerability management
Design and implement robust and scalable security solutions leveraging a diverse range of technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR, SOAR, cloud security platforms, IAM)
Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, and recovery activities. Perform post-incident analysis and recommend improvements to prevent future occurrences
Proactively research and evaluate emerging security threats, technologies, and trends, and provide recommendations for their adoption to enhance our security posture
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, IT, Legal, and Compliance, to integrate security considerations into the development lifecycle and business processes
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior security engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within the team
Contribute to the development and automation of security tools and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Communicate complex security concepts and risks effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
Participate in security audits and compliance initiatives, providing technical expertise and ensuring adherence to security standards
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security or related field
10+ years full-time work experience in security engineering, with a strong focus on security defense and incident response
Deep technical expertise in multiple security domains, such as network security, endpoint security, cloud security (GCP, OCI, Azure, AWS), and identity and access management
Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash, Golang) are highly desirable
Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing complex security solutions at an enterprise level
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex security issues
A proactive and results-oriented mindset with a passion for staying ahead of the evolving threat landscape
Experience leading technical security projects and mentoring other engineers
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences
Nice to have:
Master's Degree or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security or related field
Proficiency in security tools and technologies, including SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Chronicle), EDR solutions (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne), vulnerability scanners (e.g., Qualys, Nessus), and penetration testing tools
Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2)
Familiarity with the development of production services on public cloud providers (GCP, OCI, Azure or AWS)
Experience with AI technologies and frameworks and incorporating them into production systems
Experience in leading complex projects across multiple engineering organizations
What we offer:
eligibility to participate in Uber's bonus program
may be offered an equity award & other types of comp