Detection Engineer III

 

United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Detection Engineer to join our Detection Engineering team. This role is vital in developing and fine-tuning detection mechanisms to identify security threats and anomalies within our systems and networks. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for cybersecurity.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Detection Rule Development: Create, test, and refine detection rules, signatures, and use cases for security information and event management (SIEM) systems and other security technologies to improve threat detection accuracy.
• Email Gateway Management: Oversee the configuration and management of email security gateways to protect against phishing attacks, spam, and other email-based threats. Implement and monitor policies to enhance email security and reduce risks.
• Threat Analysis: Analyze security events and incidents to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies that could indicate potential security threats.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the incident response, security operations, and IT teams to integrate detection capabilities into wider security practices and incident response processes.
• Threat Intelligence Utilization: Utilize threat intelligence feeds and sources to enhance detection capabilities and ensure alignment with emerging threats and attack techniques.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor detection performance metrics, assess the effectiveness of detection strategies, and recommend improvements as needed.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of detection rules, processes, and methodologies to support transparency and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Continuous Learning: Stay current with the latest security trends, technologies, and best practices in detection engineering, actively applying this knowledge to enhance detection strategies.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

Must Have Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., GCTI, CEH, CISSP) are a plus.
• Proven experience in detection engineering, threat detection, or a related cybersecurity role, with a strong understanding of SIEM technologies and detection methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in developing detection rules and responding to security incidents.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

THE PLACE & THE PERKS

Why UWM? Join UWM, where we prioritize innovation and excellence in cybersecurity. As a Detection Engineer, you will play a critical role in enhancing our organization's threat detection capabilities while contributing to a collaborative and proactive team environment. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to make a difference, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to deliver secure and reliable solutions for our clients.

DISCLAIMER

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.