PRI Technology · 2 days ago
Threat Detection Engineering Manager
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expPRI Technology is seeking a Threat Detection Engineering Manager to lead a team of skilled engineers responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining advanced threat detection capabilities. This role is pivotal in proactively identifying malicious activity and enhancing the organization’s ability to detect and respond to cyber threats.
Information Technology & Services
Hiring Manager
Rona Davis
Responsibilities
Manage and mentor a team of detection engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence
Define and execute detection engineering strategy aligned with business risk and organizational goals
Lead initiatives to automate detection engineering workflows and improve team efficiency
Oversee the full lifecycle of detection engineering projects, including prioritization, resource allocation, and performance tracking
Develop and optimize detection logic, signatures, and analytics across SIEM, EDR, and cloud-native platforms
Oversee hypothesis-based threat hunting campaigns performed by team members
Integrate threat intelligence into detection and response workflows to enhance situational awareness
Translate threat actor behaviors into actionable detections using frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and the Cyber Kill Chain
Conduct threat modeling and detection gap analysis to continuously improve detection coverage
Ensure detection logic is tested, validated, and tuned for accuracy and performance
Stay current with emerging threats, tools, and techniques to maintain cutting-edge detection capabilities
Collaborate with SOC, threat intelligence, and incident response teams to align detection efforts with operational needs
Partner with IT, OT, and service providers to ensure visibility and coverage across enterprise and industrial environments
Communicate detection strategies, risks, and outcomes effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership
Ensure detection engineering practices support compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited university
7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a leadership or technical lead role focused on detection engineering or threat detection
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel) and EDR solutions (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender for Endpoint)
Relevant certifications such as GIAC (GCIA, GDAT, GCTD), CISSP, or equivalent are highly desirable
Displays a proven track record in leading and managing a threat response team with emphasis on proactive threat identification, analysis and incident identification
Ability to apply threat intelligence to identify, assess, and report on current advanced threats
Ability to present technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Presents a detailed understanding of emerging threat landscape, including threat actor classifications
Keeps abreast of adversary tactics, techniques and procedures, intelligence reporting
Stays current with the cyber intelligence community to maintain/develop formal and informal sources of information and incorporate industry best practices where applicable
Ability to lead, coach and advise team members; effectively manages across cultural and generational boundaries
Demonstrates excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Deep understanding of threat detection technologies including SIEM, EDR, and cloud-native tools
Proficiency in detection scripting languages such as KQL and Sigma
Strong knowledge of adversary tactics and techniques, including MITRE ATT&CK and the Cyber Kill Chain
Ability to define and execute detection engineering strategies aligned with business risk
Skilled in cross-functional collaboration with SOC, IR, threat intel, and IT/OT teams
Passion for automation and continuous improvement in detection engineering workflows
Company
PRI Technology
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51-200 employees
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Funding
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