Senior IT Security Engineer, Threat Response

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for a Senior IT Security Engineer, Threat Response. This position could be based in any of our U.S. offices (Austin; Chicago; Boston; Houston; Los Angeles; New York; Menlo Park; Orange County; Portland; Sacramento; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Seattle; Washington DC; or Wheeling, WV) and consideration given for 100% remote US locations.

As a Threat Hunter, you will play a critical role in protecting Orrick by proactively identifying, investigating, and mitigating threats before they can cause harm.

• Proactive Threat Hunting: Conduct advanced threat hunting activities to detect unknown and sophisticated threats that have bypassed traditional security defenses.
• Incident Response: Collaborate with the incident response team to investigate and respond to security incidents, providing expert analysis and support.
• Data Analysis: Analyze security alerts, network traffic, endpoint logs, and other data sources to identify anomalies and potential threats.
• Threat Intelligence: Integrate threat intelligence data into hunting activities, ensuring that the organization is aware of and protected against emerging threats.
• Tool Development: Develop and refine custom scripts, tools, and automation to enhance threat detection and hunting capabilities.
• Reporting: Document and report findings, including potential risks, vulnerabilities, and recommended remediation steps to key stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work with other cybersecurity teams to improve detection rules, refine security policies, and enhance overall security posture.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on the latest threat hunting techniques, tools, and best practices, and continuously improve the threat-hunting process.

• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, JavaScript) for automation and data analysis.
• Experience with SIEM tools, EDR solutions, and other security monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and OSINT techniques.
• Knowledge of malware analysis, digital forensics, and reverse engineering is a plus.
• Certifications such as GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) or similar considered an asset.

Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on serving the technology & innovation, energy & infrastructure and finance sectors. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets worldwide. We are recognized worldwide for delivering the highest-quality legal advice through our diverse teams and for our culture of innovation and collaboration. Financial Times selected Orrick as the Most Digital Firm of 2020, and in the past five years, the Most Innovative Law Firm of the Year three times and runner-up twice. For the ninth year in a row, Fortune named Orrick to its 2024 list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Learn more about our awesome employee experience here: Fortune 100 Great Place To Work certified company.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position:

• California Major Markets* $150,000.00 - $180,000.00
• New York City $150,000.00 - $180,000.00
• National $150,000.00 - $180,000.00

* California Major Markets includes San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica. All other California locations fall within National range.

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurances; robust mental well-being benefits; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability benefits; a health savings account (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and a 401K program. This role is eligible to employees will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program, generous Parental leave benefits, and paid holidays.

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

How to Apply: If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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