Senior SOC Security Engineer

Senior Security Engineer - Security Operations

Position Overview

Calendly is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join our Security team. This role will report to the Head of Security Operations and will be responsible for key functions in security operations, including incident response, enterprise-level security, and enhancing threat detection capabilities. The ideal candidate will bring curiosity, technical knowledge, and a desire to mentor and up-level those around them.

About the Team & Opportunity

What’s so great about working on Calendly’s Security team? We make things possible for our customers through innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a serious impact, as millions of people rely on Calendly’s products, and we are still in the midst of our growth curve. Everything you’ll work on here will accelerate your career to the next level. If you want to learn, grow, and do the best work of your life alongside the best people you’ve ever worked with, then we hope you’ll consider joining us.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a SOC Security Engineer at Calendly involves:

• Collaborating with Security Operations Center (SOC) team members to monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats in a timely manner.
• Developing and implementing comprehensive incident response plans; managing and coordinating cybersecurity incidents from identification through resolution.
• Integrating various security and IT tools to enhance threat detection, incident response, and operational efficiency.
• Leveraging JIRA for creating and managing dashboards, reports, and metrics that support cybersecurity operations and decision-making.
• Conducting regular security assessments, threat hunts, and continuous monitoring to identify vulnerabilities, opportunities for posture enhancements, and better incident preparedness.
• Collaborating with Engineering, IT, and other departments to ensure cybersecurity best practices are integrated across the organization.
• Developing and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the threat landscape, as well as advancements in cybersecurity technologies and methodologies.
• Mentoring and providing guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Preparing and presenting regular reports on incident trends, security posture, and the effectiveness of implemented security measures to senior management.
• Leading and optimizing the operations of our Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring effective threat detection, analysis, and response activities.
• Developing, implementing, and overseeing incident response protocols and procedures to swiftly and effectively manage security incidents.
• Enhancing threat detection capabilities through the integration and tuning of security tools and technologies, including SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.

Requirements

What do we need from you?

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 4 years dedicated to security operations, a SOC environment, and enterprise security.
• Demonstrated experience in incident response and management, including developing and implementing incident response plans and conducting post-incident analysis.
• Experience with JIRA or similar tools for creating dashboards, managing reports, and automating workflows to support cybersecurity operations.
• Proven track record in threat detection, analysis, and resolution, including the use of forensic tools for in-depth investigations.
• Expert knowledge in operating and configuring SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK) for real-time threat monitoring and analysis.
• Deep understanding of security technologies such as EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response), firewalls, and vulnerability scanners.
• Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., Python) and SOAR solutions to automate SOC processes, enhance threat detection, and streamline incident response.
• Authorized to work lawfully in the United States of America as Calendly does not engage in immigration sponsorship at this time.

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