Senior Security Engineer, Security Incident Response Team

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to learn and lead incident response processes independently
• Experience with SIEM/security logging tools
• Experience with cloud platforms (GCP and/or AWS)
• Python programming skills or strong willingness to learn
• A passion for technical documentation
• Proactive approach to identifying and investigating security threats
• Interest in conducting forensic analysis of infected hosts
• Experience or strong desire to learn cloud-based security investigations

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead security incident response in our 24/7 global rotation, managing incidents from detection through containment and recovery
• Create and maintain comprehensive incident response documentation, including runbooks and standard procedures
• Conduct post-incident analysis through RCA and lessons-learned reviews to strengthen our incident response program
• Design and implement automated security processes to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying security gaps and implementing advanced detection and response capabilities
• Collaborate across GitLab teams to develop new security capabilities and deliver technical projects that enhance our infrastructure

Perks and Benefits

• Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being
• All remote, asynchronous work environment
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Growth and development budget
• Parental leave
• Home office support