General Motors

Cybersecurity Engineer

General Motors • $90K — $120K *
Arlington, TX 76010In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity defensive operations including incident response.
  • Strong grasp of cybersecurity concepts like SIEM, DLP, and cloud security.
  • Familiarity with NIST Incident Response and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks.
  • Hands-on experience with scripting (Python, PowerShell) for automation.
  • Basic understanding of AI and LLMs in the context of threat detection.
  • Solid knowledge of networking principles and IT infrastructure.
  • Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop detection rules for SIEM to identify suspicious behaviors.
  • Manage high-volume telemetry and produce actionable insights.
  • Align detection efforts with incident response workflows.
  • Enhance alert fidelity by tuning detection logic.
  • Conduct threat hunting and detection gap analyses.
  • Investigate security incidents from detection to resolution.
  • Collaborate with threat intelligence for emerging threat integration.

Benefits

  • 401K matching from day one.
  • Paid bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% covered).
  • Tuition assistance for continued education.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Discounted GM employee auto purchase options.
  • Paid time off for community service.
  • Nine paid company holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Responsibilities

About the role

The Cybersecurity Engineer - Incident Response Detection Engineer is responsible for designing proactive defenses that keep us ahead of evolving cyber threats. In this role, you'll leverage SIEM analytics and detection engineering techniques to craft precise detection rules, optimize log analysis, and identify anomalous activity using a wide variety of tooling across on-prem and cloud environments. Security technologies may include but are not limited to: Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Security Incident Event Management (SIEM), User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA), Intrusion Detections System (IDS)/Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)/Extended Detection and Response (XDR), Network Detection and Response (NDR), Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR), and Web and Email Security Tooling.

In this role you will:
  • Develop and maintain detection rules at source and within a SIEM to identify anomalous behaviors, suspicious activity, and emerging threats across on-prem and cloud environments
  • Manage, filter, and correlate high-volume telemetry from multiple sources to produce actionable insights
  • Align detection engineering efforts with CSIRT operational goals, ensuring seamless integration with incident response workflows and Detection as Code (DaC) Pipelines
  • Continuously improve alert fidelity by tuning detection logic and reducing false positives
  • Perform threat hunting and detection gap analysis to proactively identify coverage gaps and strengthen detection capabilities
  • Investigate security incidents from detection to resolution, engaging in any containment, eradication and recovery actions as needed
  • Conduct purple teaming exercises and analyze resulting log activity to validate detection coverage and identify gaps
  • Collaborate with our threat intelligence team to incorporate emerging indicators and TTPs into detection strategies
  • Document detection logic, tuning, playbooks and validation results for transparency, auditability, and knowledge sharing
  • Stay current with evolving attack techniques and security technologies to adapt detection strategies accordingly
  • Participate in an on-call rotation as needed to support timely response to security incidents outside of standard business hours


Qualifications

What makes You an ideal candidate?

Knowledge and Skills
  • Strong technical skills and hands on experience in Cybersecurity Defensive Operations as it relates to alert triage, on-going monitoring, detection, investigation, and incident response activities
  • Understanding of Cybersecurity concepts such as SIEM analytics, Endpoint security, Network security, Cloud security, Data Loss Prevention/Data Privacy, and Web/Email security
  • Practical understanding of the NIST Incident Response Life Cycle and the MITRE ATT&CK Framework
  • Demonstrate familiarity with AI and large language models (LLMs) and their application in cybersecurity, including how they can support threat detection, analysis, and decision-making
  • Strong knowledge of the OSI model and security that is associated with each layer
  • Strong knowledge of core Information Technology concepts such as TCP/IP networking, Windows & Active Directory, Unix/Linux/Mac, web/email traffic fundamentals, and using a command line interface (CLI)
  • Practical understanding of cloud providers, technologies, and concepts
  • Understanding of Agile, CI/CD, and DevOps environments
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate across multiple levels of stakeholders
  • Ability to document and summarize technical evidence and findings
  • Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills across various mediums
  • Detail oriented with good time and analytical skills
  • Ability to exercise prudent judgment and offer knowledgeable recommendations
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and investigations
  • Ability to work in sensitive situations
  • Be a reputable representative of the department
  • Attention to detail and ability to formulate decisions based on evidence gathering


Education & Work Experience
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent work experience strongly preferred
  • 1-5 years of experience in large and complex business environments with a successful track record working directly with senior level management preferred
  • 1-5 years of experience in one or more of the following domains: Cybersecurity, Information Security, Network Engineering, or Network Operations, Information Technology, Application Development preferred


Licenses and Certifications
  • One or more security related certifications, such as CISSP, CCNP-Security, GIAC, CEH, or CPTS highly preferred


What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.

Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility.

Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in office.

NOTE:We are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship for this position

This position is not open to agency submissions

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About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Learn more about General Motors
Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
NASDAQ
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