Senior Security Operations Engineer

Samsara

. Monitor security events and provide technical analysis on alerts .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United States, CanadaSenior💰 $135,481 - $227,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Security Incident Response, including monitoring, triaging alerts, and leading investigations. Proficient in Python for scripting and automation, with a strong understanding of cloud security and compliance frameworks.

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Security Incident ResponsePython ScriptingSIEM ToolsCloud Security (AWS, GCP)GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

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Hard Skills

Security Incident ResponsePythonData CollectionAnalysis TechniquesForensics TechniquesLog ReviewsCloud ArchitectureIncident ManagementAutomated WorkflowsProcess Refinement

Soft Skills

CommunicationMentoringCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

SIEM ToolsCloud ServicesIncident Response Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

Industry Keywords

NIST Cybersecurity FrameworkISO 27001FedRAMPInsider Threat InitiativesSecurity Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudCyber SecurityGoogle Cloud PlatformLinuxMacOSPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor security events and provide technical analysis on alerts
Lead information security incidents and employee investigations from response strategy through incident closure
Provide incident updates to key stakeholders throughout investigations
Deliver clear and concise security guidance for incident response and insider threat initiatives
Coordinate development of services, capabilities, integrations, and technology implementations supporting security operations, incident response, and insider threat
Create and maintain runbooks and automated workflows
Assist with process refinement and implementation
Collaborate with analysts, engineers, and key stakeholders on company-wide security initiatives
Mentor and train security operations engineers on data collection, analysis, and technical reporting
Champion Samsara’s cultural principles as the company scales globally and across new offices

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in Security Incident Response
Ability to communicate investigative findings and strategies to technical staff, executive leadership, and legal
Proficiency in Python and ability to build scripts or tools for investigation processes
Ability to mentor and train security operations engineers on data collection, analysis, and reporting
Practical experience leading security incident response, including monitoring and triaging alerts and coordinating across teams
Understanding of analysis and forensics techniques on macOS, Windows, and Linux
Experience utilizing SIEM tools for log reviews
Experience in cloud architecture and security, including AWS and GCP, and cloud-based services
Must reside in the Pacific, Mountain, or Central Time Zone of the United States or Canada
3+ years of experience working on insider threat initiatives or employee investigations preferred as an ideal qualification
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or relevant industry experience preferred as an ideal qualification
GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) Certification preferred as an ideal qualification
Familiarity with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, and FedRAMP preferred as an ideal qualification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff
Ongoing equity refresh opportunities tied to performance
Performance-based bonus/variable pay
Flexible, employee-led remote model
Professional development stipend
Comprehensive health plans
Parental leave plans
Above-market total compensation opportunities
Flexible working model
Remote work support where aligned with operational requirements