Security Engineer, Detection Response

New York City, United StatesHybrid

Responsibilities

Monitor and respond to security alerts across multiple channels, including managed SOC escalations.
Maintain visibility and logging infrastructure, ensuring effective SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) operations.
Support security audits for PCI, SOC2, ISO, and other compliance frameworks, gathering evidence and collaborating with Engineering, GRC and the broader Security Division.
Manage and enhance email security, endpoint security posture (EDR, configuration, and management), GitHub administration best practices, and internal security tooling to strengthen Vercel's overall security framework About You: Extensive

As the team behind Next.js, v0, and AI SDK, we create products that help builders move from idea to production with speed, security, and exceptional developer experience.
experience in security operations, including SIEM management, security logging, and detection engineering.
Strong knowledge of AWS infrastructure and cloud security best practices. •
Experience with GitHub administration and security controls.
Proficiency in SQL for data analysis and security investigations. Hands-on
experience with incident response, including detection, triage, and remediation.
Strong endpoint management skills across multiple operating systems (Mac, Windows, Linux).
Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, Bash) and one compiled language (Rust, Go).
experience working with managed SOC providers and security automation platforms.

We are building the platform for that future, trusted by companies like OpenAI, PayPal, Ramp, Supreme, and millions of developers worldwide .
Familiarity with serverless functions and API security is a plus. Bonus If You: Have
Competitive compensation package, including equity.
Inclusive Healthcare Package.
Learn and Grow - we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills. Flexible Time Off.
The San Francisco, CA base pay range for this role is $208,000-$312,000.
This salary range is an estimate.
Actual salary will be based on job-related skills, experience, and location.
The total compensation package also includes
benefits and equity-based compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your location during the hiring process.

Vercel is the agentic infrastructure company. We free people and agents to ship what’s next.
For more than a decade, Vercel has shaped how the web is built.
Now, software is entering a new era, and the next generation of products will not just be used by people. They will be built, extended, and operated by agents.
Whether you’re building our products, supporting our customers, growing our community, or shaping our story, you’ll help define what comes next. About the Role:
In this role, you will be responsible for managing Vercel’s internal Corporate Security (CorpSec) posture, monitoring for security anomalies, building additional detections and visibility mechanisms, and ensuring the overall security of our internal systems.
You will work closely with various teams to support audits, optimize visibil i ty, and handle security incidents as they arise.
If you’re based within a pre-determined commuting distance of one of our offices (SF, NY, London, or Berlin), the role includes in-office anchor days on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday.
If you're located beyond that distance, the role is fully remote.
For location-specific details, please connect with our recruiting team. What You Will Do:
Proactively enhance security operations by developing and deploying new detections, security tooling and rigorously managing key security partners.