Director, Security Engineering, Detection and Response

Director, Security Engineering, Detection and Response

Core Weave is the AI Hyperscaler delivering a cloud platform for compute-intensive workloads. We design, build, and secure a fast, flexible platform for customers to innovate. We are seeking a Director of Detection and Response Engineering to lead security detection, incident response, and offensive security teams. This senior leader will design and execute strategies to identify, contain, and mitigate threats while proactively testing and hardening defenses.

What You’ll Do

• Lead strategy, architecture, and execution for Detection & Response Engineering, Incident Response, and Offensive Security.
• Build, manage, and optimize advanced detection capabilities across cloud, infrastructure, and endpoint environments.
• Develop automation and orchestration for alert triage, investigation, and containment.
• Continuously refine detections using threat intelligence, behavioral analytics, and adversary emulation.
• Establish and maintain incident response playbooks, escalation processes, and tooling.
• Lead high-severity incident investigations, coordinating with technical and executive stakeholders.
• Direct the offensive security program, including red teaming, penetration testing, and adversary simulation.
• Partner with product and engineering teams to remediate vulnerabilities and improve security-by-design.
• Build and mentor a high-performing team of security engineers and analysts; define security KPIs, metrics, and reporting; align security priorities with business goals.

Who You Are

• 10+ years in cybersecurity, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in Detection & Response Engineering, Incident Response, and Offensive Security in cloud-native or large-scale environments.
• Strong expertise in SIEM/SOAR, endpoint detection, and cloud-native security tools.
• Deep understanding of adversary TTPs, MITRE ATT&CK, and threat hunting methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional security programs in high-growth, fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred

• Experience in GPU cloud, HPC, or large-scale distributed computing environments.

About Core Weave

We are in a hyper-growth stage and value curiosity, ownership, empowerment, and delivering best-in-class experiences. We support an entrepreneurial outlook and foster collaboration to develop innovative security solutions.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $206,000 to $303,000. Starting salary depends on knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Total rewards include a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (based on eligibility).

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – 100% paid by Core Weave
• Life insurance, disability coverage, HSA/FSA, and other benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible PTO and family-forming support
• ESPP and other employee programs

Work Environment

Hybrid work environment; remote work may be considered for candidates outside of a 30-mile radius from an office, based on role requirements. Onboarding at an office hub within the first month, with quarterly team gatherings for collaboration.

Equal Opportunity

Core Weave is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. We will provide reasonable accommodations in the hiring process upon request, in accordance with the ADA. For accommodations, contact:

Export Control

This position requires access to export-controlled information. Applicants must meet U.S. export control requirements or be eligible for appropriate authorizations. Core Weave may decline to pursue export licensing as appropriate.