Security Operations Engineer (SecOps) II

Upstart

Work closely with system owners to ingest new log feeds for security monitoring; Enhance and  maintain our Detection and Response platforms

Posted 7/10/2026Verified active Jul 25, 2026, 12:31 AMfull-timeRemote • United States • 🇺🇸 United StatesWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Candidates should emphasize their expertise in Incident Detection and Response Engineering, showcasing their ability to build and maintain security monitoring systems, develop automated workflows using AI and SOAR technology, and conduct thorough investigations in high-security environments. Proficiency in programming, log analysis, and cloud infrastructure management is essential.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Incident Detection and Response EngineeringLog Search Query DevelopmentAI and SOAR Technology WorkflowsHigh-Security Environment ExperienceCloud Infrastructure Management

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Hard Skills

Incident DetectionResponse EngineeringLog Search QueriesPython ProgrammingGit Version ControlAWS Cloud ServicesInfrastructure as CodeOSX Endpoint InvestigationInternal Application DevelopmentSaaS Application Security

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingCollaborationProactive Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Detection and Response PlatformsAI Analysis ToolsSOAR TechnologyLog Management SystemsCloud Infrastructure

Industry Keywords

Security MonitoringIncident ResponseHigh-Security EnvironmentApplication SecurityCloud Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AwsPythonSpark

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with system owners to ingest new log feeds for security monitoring
Enhance and  maintain our Detection and Response platforms
Build in workflows with AI analysis to automatically investigate and triage issues
Be on the frontlines of Incident Response, actively investigating issues and protecting Upstart
Build common response workflows to expedite investigation and response using AI and SOAR Technology

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years of Incident Detection and Response Engineering experience
Assume breach mindset, chasing down all threads to completion
Strong Log-fu (ability to build robust log search queries)
Solid Proficiency in at least one programming language (preferably Python)
Strong Git experience (rebasing doesn't scare you!)
AWS Experience & Infra as Code management of resources
OSX Endpoint Investigation Experience
Internal Application Development Experience
SaaS Application security experience
Experience in a high-security environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly 
Retirement benefits to help you plan for the future, including a 401(k) or Group Retirement Savings Plan with a company match of $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 annually (USD in the US, CAD in Canada)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees (US only)
Comprehensive health coverage designed to support you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness resources for US and supplemental health coverage for Canada.
Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans (US only)
Income protection benefits, including life insurance and disability coverage for added financial security
Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays, in line with local requirements
Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments (duration varies by country)
Family-centered benefits to support fertility, parenthood, and caregiving needs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources