Job Title
Detection Engineer (Security Architect)
Overview / Summary
The Detection Engineer will serve as a consultant within the Division of Information Security, supporting statewide security detection and response across state agencies. This role focuses on developing, tuning, and maintaining detection rules, improving detection coverage, and promoting adoption of centralized security services. The engagement is expected to last 12 months with the possibility of extension.
Key Responsibilities
Review and tune current detection rules within the State SIEM
Perform gap analysis of existing detection coverage
Develop detection rules and solutions to address identified gaps
Monitor threat intelligence sources for new detection use cases
Collaborate with SOC analysts to create and optimize detection rules
Partner with Threat Hunters to identify and remediate detection gaps
Document processes, runbooks, and troubleshooting steps related to SOAR and integrations
Coordinate with engineering teams, SOC, and agency staff to achieve objectives
Support dashboard creation and reporting
Engage with agencies to support and improve adoption of centralized security services
Perform additional duties as needed
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or related field OR 8+ years of relevant security architecture experience in lieu of education
5+ years of experience supporting large IT environments and/or system deployments
5+ years of experience with scripting and automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar)
Experience with Sigma, YARA, and other industry-standard detection languages
Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework
Proven experience in detection tuning and development
Experience working in multi-tenancy environments
Experience in multi-agency or enterprise service projects
Strong communication and customer service skills
Preferred Qualifications
CISSP, CISA, CISO, or equivalent advanced security certifications (e.g., CEH, OSCP, GPEN)
Vendor certifications in detection engineering
Experience with Palo Alto Cortex XSIAM platform
Deep understanding of Windows/Linux artifacts
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