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Security Engineer, Detection & Response

Assort Health· 420-Engineering
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Hybrid (San Francisco)$160k - $185kFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Security Engineer focused on building and strengthening detection and response foundations in a fast-moving startup, with ownership across detection, incident response, and tooling to scale the security program.

Responsibilities

  • Help build and operate the company's detection and response capabilities, including continuous monitoring, triage, investigation, containment, and remediation of security events across networks and infrastructure.
  • Support incident readiness by building and maintaining incident playbooks, on-call and escalation paths, tabletop exercises, and continuous improvement of response quality and speed.
  • Improve detection quality and coverage by partnering with engineering teams to ensure telemetry is available, reliable, and actionable across cloud, corporate, and production environments.
  • Embed detection and response into the company's systems by design across Engineering, Product, and Infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement detection and response projects, improve coverage, and drive progress on high-priority initiatives.
  • Assist with security efforts related to SOC 2 and translate audit-driven needs into sustainable detection and response practices.
  • Evaluate and help implement detection and response tooling, including modern platforms, open-source options, and AI-enabled tools where appropriate.
  • Take ownership of hands-on technical work, scripting, and automation tasks to move quickly and reduce manual effort.

Qualifications

  • A security profile with strong exposure to detection and response.
  • Strong interest in security monitoring, incident response, and modern observability stacks.
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment with shifting priorities.
  • High degree of ownership, autonomy, and initiative in building security programs.
  • Willingness to learn quickly and adapt to new projects.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and build productive relationships across the company.
  • Good judgment balancing immediate needs with long-term program development.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills under pressure.
  • Hands-on approach to security work with practical problem solving.

Skills

Required:Detection engineeringIncident responseSecurity operationsObservability stacks

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation – salary and employee stock options.
  • Lifelong Learning – annual budget for professional development.
  • Office Setup Stipend – funded in-office workspace setup.
  • Top-Tier Health Coverage – medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Flexible PTO – generous time off.
  • Meals & Snacks – lunch, dinner, and snacks.
  • Fitness Stipend – monthly wellness reimbursement.
  • Commuter Benefits – transportation costs subsidies.
  • 401(k) – retirement savings plan.
Last updated Oct 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Assort Health

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