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GitLabIntermediate Security Engineer, Security Incident Response Team (SIRT)
GitLab operates as an intelligent DevSecOps platform designed to boost developer productivity, enhance operational efficiency, and lower security and compliance risks for organizations globally. The company…
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GitLab operates as an intelligent DevSecOps platform designed to boost developer productivity, enhance operational efficiency, and lower security and compliance risks for organizations globally. The company is currently hiring a remote Intermediate Security Engineer to join its Security Incident Response Team (SIRT). In this frontline role, the engineer helps protect both the organization and its platform from emerging security threats. The position operates on a compressed four-day work schedule, utilizing…
Job Description
GitLab operates as an intelligent DevSecOps platform designed to boost developer productivity, enhance operational efficiency, and lower security and compliance risks for organizations globally. The company is currently hiring a remote Intermediate Security Engineer to join its Security Incident Response Team (SIRT). In this frontline role, the engineer helps protect both the organization and its platform from emerging security threats.
The position operates on a compressed four-day work schedule, utilizing shifts from Sunday through Wednesday to maintain continuous coverage around the clock. The schedule involves condensing a standard workweek into four extended working days. Responsibilities center on detecting, investigating, analyzing, and resolving security incidents using automated response tooling, while also contributing to internal security tooling initiatives.
This role suits professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments, maintain composure during security events, and are eager to balance tactical incident handling with strategic security improvements. Team members incorporate artificial intelligence into daily tasks as a productivity multiplier. Security Operations functions as a globally distributed department spanning the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe, collaborating across regions to resolve incidents and execute technical projects.
Responsibilities
- Manage security incidents through the 24/7 global rotation from detection to containment and recovery
- Author and update incident response documentation such as runbooks and standard procedures
- Perform post-incident analysis including root cause analysis and lessons-learned reviews
- Design and deploy automated security processes to boost operational efficiency
- Identify security gaps and implement advanced detection and response mechanisms
- Partner with other teams across GitLab to build new security features and technical infrastructure
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to learn and independently lead incident response procedures
- Familiarity with security logging tools and SIEM platforms
- Experience working with cloud environments like AWS or GCP
- Proficiency in Python programming or a strong willingness to learn
- Proactive mindset toward investigating security threats
Qualifications
- Interest in performing forensic analysis on infected hosts
- Experience or a strong desire to learn cloud-based security investigations
- Strong passion for technical documentation
Core Skills
Benefits
- Flexible paid time off
- Access to team member resource groups
- Equity compensation and employee stock purchase plan
- Growth and development fund
- Parental leave
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is remote, although some positions may carry specific location-based eligibility guidelines depending on the country.
What is the work schedule for this role?
The position operates on a compressed four-day work schedule running Sunday through Wednesday, condensing a standard full-time week into four longer working days to support 24/7/365 coverage.
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What employment type is this role?
This is a full-time position.
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