Senior Security Engineer / Analyst, Detection and Response
xAI
Posted
Dec 30, 2025
Location
USA
Type
Full-time
Compensation
$140000 - $180000
Mission
What you will drive
- Lead day-to-day security threat management and identify/manage potential incidents
- Support threat intelligence, threat hunting, intrusion detection, and incident response efforts
- Drive continual improvement in processes, procedures, and automations to enhance team effectiveness
- Research and analyze security event patterns across global infrastructure and lead threat hunting missions
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role helps protect AI systems that aim to accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge by ensuring security and threat management.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
- 2+ years of relevant information security experience
- Strong Python scripting skills for implementing security automation
- Knowledge of networking, operating systems (macOS, Windows, Linux), and cloud security fundamentals
- Experience with security technology management/deployment, building security monitoring queries/dashboards, and malware analysis/forensics/penetration testing
Benefits
What's in it for you
Base salary range of $140,000 - $180,000 USD plus equity, comprehensive medical/vision/dental coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various discounts/perks.