Rula

Sr. Security Operations Engineer

United States

$162,900 – $191,600Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
HealthcareIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote (US-based only)
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: $162.9K - $191.6K

Rula is dedicated to treating the whole person and destigmatizing mental health. We are seeking a Sr. Security Operations Engineer to build and scale our Detection and Response capabilities, forming the foundation of our future Security Operations Center (SOC). In this role, you will be responsible for protecting our platform and patient data by monitoring alerts, investigating threats, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance response times and automate processes. You will work closely with the Staff DART Engineer, external MDR providers, and stakeholders to refine security tooling, develop runbooks, and advance our detection and response strategies. The Security team at Rula is collaborative, pragmatic, and mission-driven, focused on protecting systems that enable mental health care at scale. This is a hands-on role for individuals who enjoy building from the ground up and making a significant impact.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience in a security operations role (e.g., Security Analyst, Incident Responder, Threat Hunter) on a dedicated security team.
  • Demonstrated experience monitoring cloud environments, with a strong preference for AWS, and responding to incidents.
  • Hands-on experience creating, tuning, and implementing detection rules in SIEM platforms.
  • Proficiency with scripting for automation or data analysis, ideally in Python.
  • Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation, including SOC processes, runbooks, or incident reports.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with threat hunting methodologies and frameworks, such as MITRE ATT&CK.
  • Experience with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools, particularly in macOS environments.
  • Relevant security certifications such as OSCP, GIAC (GCIH, GCIA, GSOC), BTL1, or AWS Security – Specialty.
  • Experience with no-code/low-code automation platforms or SOAR tools.
  • Experience querying security data using SQL (e.g., Athena/Trino) and familiarity with schemas like OCSF.

Note: While preferred qualifications enhance candidacy, having all of them is not mandatory. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply.

Company Benefits

  • 100% remote work environment (US-based only).
  • Working hours designed to support a healthy work-life balance.
  • Attractive pay and benefits with full transparency of pay ranges.
  • Comprehensive health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA/HSA.
  • 401(k) plan access.
  • Generous time-off policies, including 2 company-wide shutdown weeks per year.
  • Paid parental leave for all parents.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • New hire home office stipend.
  • Quarterly department stipend for team-building activities or gatherings.
  • Wellness events and lunch & learns.

Skills

Security Operations
Incident Response
Threat Hunting
Cloud Monitoring
AWS

Rula

Telehealth platform for mental health services

About Rula

Rula operates in the telehealth market, focusing on mental health services. The platform helps individuals find suitable therapists by matching them based on their preferences, insurance information, and specific needs. Rula partners with major insurance carriers to offer affordable mental healthcare, making it accessible to a wider audience. The company has a network of over 8,000 licensed therapists, ensuring high-quality care through thorough background checks and clinical reviews. Clients can connect with therapists via live video sessions, providing convenience and flexibility. Rula's goal is to simplify the process of accessing mental health support and to make therapy more affordable for everyone.

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$107.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, HealthcareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Remote Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Mental Health Support
Home Office Stipend
Phone/Internet Stipend
Wellness Program

Risks

Increased competition from telehealth startups may erode Rula's market share.
Rapid provider network expansion could challenge consistent quality of care.
Reliance on insurance partnerships risks changes in reimbursement policies.

Differentiation

Rula offers a network of over 10,000 diverse, licensed mental health providers.
Rula's partnerships with major insurers ensure affordable care for over 120 million people.
Rula provides next-day therapy availability and 24/7 crisis support across the U.S.

Upsides

Partnership with Amino Health expands Rula's reach and patient acquisition potential.
Collaboration with Amazon enhances visibility and accessibility for mental health services.
Doug Newton's appointment as CMO strengthens clinical strategies and patient care quality.

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