About the job
Join GitLab, the pioneering orchestration platform for DevSecOps, where we empower organizations to boost developer efficiency, enhance operational performance, mitigate security risks, and expedite digital transformation. Trusted by over 50 million users, including more than half of the Fortune 100, GitLab is dedicated to delivering secure software at an accelerated pace.
Our commitment to innovation is mirrored in our culture. We prioritize AI as a fundamental productivity enhancer, encouraging every team member to integrate AI into their daily tasks to maximize efficiency and creativity. At GitLab, your career can thrive as we foster an environment that values every contribution and promotes high performance, collaboration, and continuous learning. Co-create the future with us as we redefine software development.
Role Overview
As a Senior Security Engineer on GitLab's Security Incident Response Team (SIRT), you will be instrumental in safeguarding GitLab.com and our expansive GitLab ecosystem from dynamic security threats. This position also supports our FedRAMP environment and requires U. S. citizenship and residency within the United States. You will lead significant incidents and investigations, promote ongoing enhancements in our defense, detection, and response capabilities, and assist in scaling our security operations through automation and intelligent workflows.
Operating within a 24/7 global framework (follow-the-sun model), you will manage incidents from detection and triage to containment, eradication, and recovery, collaborating cross-functionally to bolster GitLab’s security posture.
A pivotal aspect of this role is the utilization of automation and AI-driven methodologies to enhance detection accuracy, expedite investigations, and minimize response times. You will influence the application of modern tools and data to stay ahead of evolving adversary tactics. This position is perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, possess robust DFIR expertise, and share a passion for operational excellence.

