Detection & Response Engineer

Core responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze security alerts and logs to identify potential threats and anomalies
• Develop, implement, and maintain detection rules and correlation logic in our SIEM platform
• Conduct thorough investigations of security incidents, performing root cause analysis and impact assessments
• Lead incident response efforts, coordinating with relevant teams to contain and mitigate threats

This role plays a key part in safeguarding xAI's innovative technologies and sensitive data, directly supporting the mission to create AI systems that aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in security operations, incident response, or a similar role
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, attack techniques, and defensive strategies
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Rust) for automation and tool development

Base salary plus equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.