Tesla
Sr. Incident Responder, Information Security
Tesla, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Tesla operates huge, vertically integrated factories across three continents and a global Supercharger network; the Incident Response Team is responsible for 24/7 monitoring, incident response, threat detection and mitigation across this global enterprise. This group operates around the clock, utilizing advanced security & intelligence systems to promptly identify/respond to incidents, conduct thorough investigations, and mitigate potential risks or damages. The group also provides leadership in coordinating with regional teams to maintain a cohesive security posture worldwide. Their work scales across Tesla's world-class supercomputing, AI/ML, manufacturing 5G/OT, Solar OT, and enterprise IT environments.
As a member of the Incident Response Team, you will respond to ever-evolving cyber threats. You will collaborate with a team of highly skilled professionals and cross-functional teams to defend the company across diverse environments. This role requires a blend of strong technical knowledge, investigative skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Responsibilities
Investigate security alerts, perform in-depth analysis, and respond to cybersecurity events in real-time Implement containment to limit the impact of security threats while ensuring business continuity Identify, analyze, & respond to web-based threats, including SQL injection, credential stuffing, server-side request forgery, cross-site scripting, and other vulnerabilities Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage and resolve security incidents swiftly & effectively Design and optimize new & existing automations Enhance response & detection capabilities, improve high-fidelity signals, eliminate noise, and reduce manual investigation efforts Analyze adversarial tactics and recommend detection & protection strategies Lead postmortem reviews, conduct root cause analyses, and drive remediation efforts Requirements
Proficiency in one or more of the following areas: Detection Engineering, Incident Response, Security Operations, DFIR, Security DevOps, SecOps, Threat Hunting, Site Reliability Engineering Experience leading multiple stakeholders such as engineering/operations teams, internal business units, and external incident response teams throughout the incident lifecycle Experience with detection & response technologies (SIEM, EDR, CNAPP, NDR, NDIS/NIPS, SIGMA, YARA), security automation SOAR tools, IT automation, and/or custom automation methods Experience performing large-scale log analysis across diverse & uncommon log sources; familliarity with Splunk, Elastic, or similar tools is a plus Experience working with/in Linux containers & orchestration systems (Kubernetes) and cloud environments (AWS) Familiarity with security event correlation, data visualization, graphing, timelines, trending, behavioral analytics and/or anomaly detection is a plus Familiarity with endpoint tools & investigations, network traffic analysis, and/or phishing & social engineering countermeasures is a plus Critical thinking, problem-solving & investigative mindset; ability to operate at scale and adapt to change in complex and diverse environments Compensation and Benefits Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program
As a member of the Incident Response Team, you will respond to ever-evolving cyber threats. You will collaborate with a team of highly skilled professionals and cross-functional teams to defend the company across diverse environments. This role requires a blend of strong technical knowledge, investigative skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Responsibilities
Investigate security alerts, perform in-depth analysis, and respond to cybersecurity events in real-time Implement containment to limit the impact of security threats while ensuring business continuity Identify, analyze, & respond to web-based threats, including SQL injection, credential stuffing, server-side request forgery, cross-site scripting, and other vulnerabilities Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage and resolve security incidents swiftly & effectively Design and optimize new & existing automations Enhance response & detection capabilities, improve high-fidelity signals, eliminate noise, and reduce manual investigation efforts Analyze adversarial tactics and recommend detection & protection strategies Lead postmortem reviews, conduct root cause analyses, and drive remediation efforts Requirements
Proficiency in one or more of the following areas: Detection Engineering, Incident Response, Security Operations, DFIR, Security DevOps, SecOps, Threat Hunting, Site Reliability Engineering Experience leading multiple stakeholders such as engineering/operations teams, internal business units, and external incident response teams throughout the incident lifecycle Experience with detection & response technologies (SIEM, EDR, CNAPP, NDR, NDIS/NIPS, SIGMA, YARA), security automation SOAR tools, IT automation, and/or custom automation methods Experience performing large-scale log analysis across diverse & uncommon log sources; familliarity with Splunk, Elastic, or similar tools is a plus Experience working with/in Linux containers & orchestration systems (Kubernetes) and cloud environments (AWS) Familiarity with security event correlation, data visualization, graphing, timelines, trending, behavioral analytics and/or anomaly detection is a plus Familiarity with endpoint tools & investigations, network traffic analysis, and/or phishing & social engineering countermeasures is a plus Critical thinking, problem-solving & investigative mindset; ability to operate at scale and adapt to change in complex and diverse environments Compensation and Benefits Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program