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Senior Engineer, MDR

$107K - $146K/yr

Remote, USA Reports to: Director of Engineering Employment Type: Full time Job Req ID: 2026 Req ... The MDR program will deliver proactive monitoring, detection, and prevention solutions - powered by ...

Senior Engineer, MDR

$107K - $146K/yr

Remote, USA Reports to: Director of Engineering Employment Type: Full time Job Req ID: 2026 Req ... The MDR program will deliver proactive monitoring, detection, and prevention solutions - powered by ...

SIEM Engineer

Washington, DC ยท Remote

$71 - $76/hr

Hybrid 2 Days Onsite/3 Days Remote in Washington, DC Our client seeks a SIEM Engineer to support enterprise security monitoring, detection engineering, and log management within a federal SOC ...

AI security and threat detection and response. On the AI security side, you will own how SmarterDx ... This role is fully remote within the US** What You'll Do * Own our approach to AI and agentic ...

As a remote-first company, most of our positions can be remote in the US, except for key roles ... Develop and maintain enterprise detection engineering standards, playbooks, tuning methodologies ...

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How much do remote detection engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote detection engineer in the United States is $53.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.27 and $62.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote detection engineer?

Remote Detection Engineers are professionals who use technology and specialized tools to identify, monitor, and analyze data or threats from a distance, often in the realm of cybersecurity or environmental monitoring. They typically work with remote sensing equipment, network security systems, or other detection technologies to spot issues without needing to be physically present. Their role is critical for organizations that require constant vigilance over digital assets or remote environments. In cybersecurity, for example, they help detect and respond to threats to protect sensitive information. Remote Detection Engineers often collaborate with IT, security, or scientific teams depending on their industry.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a remote detection engineer?

To thrive as a Remote Detection Engineer, you need a strong background in cybersecurity, threat detection, and incident response, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with SIEM platforms (like Splunk or ELK Stack), EDR tools, and certifications such as CISSP or GIAC are commonly required. Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and clear communication are critical soft skills for interpreting threats and collaborating with distributed teams. These skills ensure timely identification and mitigation of security threats, protecting organizational assets in a remote work environment.

How does a remote detection engineer collaborate with other cybersecurity teams to improve threat detection?

As a Remote Detection Engineer, you will regularly collaborate with Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts, incident responders, and threat intelligence teams. Your main role involves developing and fine-tuning detection logic, which often requires direct feedback from analysts handling alerts and incidents. You may participate in virtual meetings, conduct knowledge-sharing sessions, and provide technical guidance to ensure detections are actionable and relevant. This cross-team collaboration is essential for refining detection strategies, addressing false positives, and staying ahead of emerging threats.
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Infographic showing various Remote Detection Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 83% Full Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,552 per year, or $53.6 per hour.

Security Architect : REMOTE POSITION

Columbia, SC โ€ข Remote

Software People, Inc.
IT Servicesย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

$66.50 - $86/hr

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Job description

Please Let me know your Interest and rate for this position.   

Phone/Skype Hire. Remote

Location: Remote

Duration: 12+ months

Responsibilities

  • Review and tune current detection rules within the State SIEM.
  • Perform Gap analysis of the current detection coverage.
  • Develop detection rules/solutions to cover found Gaps.
  • monitor threat intelligence sources for new use cases.
  • Work with analysts to create and tune rules.
  • Work with the State Threat Hunter to identify and remediate detection coverage gaps.
  • Document processes, runbooks, and troubleshooting steps related to the SOAR and integrations.
  • Coordinate with engineering, and agency staff as needed to meet goals.

Skills Needed

Five years of experience in supporting large it environments and/or system deployments

5+ years of Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar).

Understanding of Sigma, YARA, and other industry standard detection languages.

Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework

CISSP, CISA, CISO or equivalent advanced security certification.

Additional relevant certifications (e.g., CEH, OSCP, GPEN).

Vendor certifications in detection engineering.

Proven experience with detection tuning/development..

Experience with dashboard creation and reporting.

Excellent communication and customer service skills for agency-facing engagement.

Experience in working in multi-tenancy environment

Experience in multi-agency or enterprise service projects.

Experience with the Palo Alto Cortex XSIAM platform.

Deep understanding of Windows/Linux artifacts.

Required Education/Certifications:

Bachelor's degree in an information technology or information security related field

Eight years of relevant work experience may be substituted in lieu of education