MDR Security Engineer

Job Title: MDR Security Engineer

Location: Onsite Phoenix, AZ

Who We Are

Kudelski Security is a global Gartner- and Forrester-recognized provider of unique cybersecurity solutions. Our team of security experts delivers end-to-end consulting, technology, managed services, and threat intelligence.

Our MDR/XDR services feature four global state-of-the-art SOCs delivering tailored, intelligence-driven protection. With 2M users secured and a leadership team that has built top-tier MSSPs, we provide unmatched expertise to help organizations stay ahead of threats and build strategic cybersecurity programs.

Position Summary

We are seeking an MDR Security Engineer to join our Managed Detection and Response (MDR) team. This role is ideal for a technically skilled, client-focused professional with a strong foundation in security operations and engineering.

This is a hybrid analyst/engineer role, focused on operational excellence and client engagement. You’ll support day-to-day MDR delivery, enhance detection capabilities, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our security services.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical point of contact for assigned MDR clients, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Review investigations and escalations to improve detection quality and reduce false positives.
• Fine-tune SIEM and EDR detection use cases to enhance threat visibility.
• Support onboarding of new log sources, including ingestion validation and parsing troubleshooting.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of detection content and documentation.
• Provide guidance on remediation strategies and security best practices to clients.

Your Key Qualities and Skills

• 2 years of experience in SOC, MDR, Incident Response, or Security Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, Elastic) and EDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender, SentinelOne).
• Solid understanding of detection logic and MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Comfortable troubleshooting logs and solution configurations.
• Exposure to scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with proven client-facing experience.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical Plans, HSA, Dental, Vision, Mental Health Services, 401k, Life & Disability, Voluntary Coverages, Education Assistance, and Wellness Programs
• Flexible Working with Onsite, Hybrid, and Remote options (position specific)
• Holidays: 10 paid company holidays, three personal days, and 1 volunteer day
• PTO: 3 weeks first 3 years of service, 4 weeks thereafter, plus 10 sick days
• Parental Leave Programs
• Clear promotion tracks & supportive career development opportunities
• US HQ located in Paradise Valley, with scenic views of Camelback Mountain, personal office spaces with large windows, gym facilities w/ showers, THE UNDERGROUND PHX - phoenix premier cycling studio, covered garage parking, a Michelin Star Chef onsite providing breakfast, and 4-course meal lunches daily for a discounted rate. Fresh ingredients imported from Switzerland!
• Thriving Culture with ERG groups, language lunches, employee run clubs, mentorship programs, and more for both on-site and remote employees!

Compensation:

At Kudelski Security, we believe in providing fair and competitive compensation that reflects both market benchmarks and internal equity, considering individual experience and expectations.

For this role, the compensation range is $80,000 - $100,000 OTE (On-Target Earnings), which includes both base salary and bonus.

We understand that compensation is just one aspect of your decision-making process and are open to having a discussion to ensure our offer aligns with your expectations and experience. Our goal is to ensure that compensation does not deter interest, and we’re committed to finding the right fit for both you and our organization.

You don’t have to match all the listed qualities and skills exactly to be considered for this role. In fact, we expect you to master some of these on the job. So please apply!

Kudelski Security is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. EEO M / F / D / V