Security Engineer, Incident Response

Staff Security Engineer, Incident Response

Join to apply for the Staff Security Engineer, Incident Response role at Core Weave

Staff Security Engineer, Incident Response

Join to apply for the Staff Security Engineer, Incident Response role at Core Weave

Core Weave is the AI Hyperscaler, delivering a cloud platform of cutting edge services powering the next wave of AI. Our technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with the most performant, efficient and resilient solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017, Core Weave has operated a growing footprint of data centers covering every region of the US and across Europe. Core Weave was ranked as one of the TIME
100 most influential companies of 2024.

As the leader in the industry, we thrive in an environment where adaptability and resilience are key. Our culture offers career-defining opportunities for those who excel amid change and challenge. If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to make a significant impact, Core Weave is the place for you. Join us, and be part of a team solving some of the most exciting challenges in the industry.

Core Weave powers the creation and delivery of the intelligence that drives innovation.

What You’ll Do

As a Staff Engineer in Incident Response, you'll be part of a critical team dedicated to maintaining the trust, reliability, and security of Core Weave's innovative platform. Your proactive approach and analytical skills will directly influence how we respond to and learn from security incidents.

• Lead incident investigations, swiftly analyzing threats and coordinating effective responses to security incidents
• Develop and refine incident response playbooks, procedures, and tools to strengthen our security posture
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders, including engineering, security, infrastructure, and leadership teams, during security events through the completion of the cyber kill-chain
• Lead post incident reviews and perform detailed root-cause analysis after incidents and implement lessons learned to enhance proactive security measures
• Continuously improve our detection and response capabilities to minimize risks and response times
• Leverage threat intelligence to guide and improve detection signals

Investing in our people is one of our top priorities, and we value candidates who can bring their diversified experiences to our teams. Here are some qualities we’ve found compatible with our team. We'd love to talk about whether this aligns with your experience and interests and what you’re excited to work on next.

Who You Are



Minimum Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in incident response, security engineering, or related roles.
• Proven capability in managing high-pressure security incidents effectively.
• Deep technical expertise in incident handling frameworks, methodologies, and tools.
• Strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure, Linux environments, and containerization technologies (e.g., Kubernetes).

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with security automation and orchestration tools.

What We Offer

The base pay and target total cash for this position range from $206,000 to $275,000 and $258,000 to $344,000, accordingly. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position includes a discretionary bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package.



What We Offer

The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications, experience, interview performance, and location.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by Core Weave
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Mental…