Senior Manager, Threat Detection and Response

Summary

Join Gemini, a global crypto and Web3 platform, as a Principal Security Engineer to lead and drive threat detection and response capabilities. You will define the strategic vision and technical roadmap, architect and implement automated security systems, lead critical incident responses, and mentor senior engineers. This role requires expertise in threat detection, incident response, and cybersecurity automation, as well as strong leadership and communication skills. The position is hybrid, requiring in-person presence twice a week in either Seattle, WA or New York City, NY. Gemini offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a discretionary annual bonus, long-term incentives, comprehensive health plans, 401k matching, paid parental leave, and flexible time off.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in security engineering with significant expertise in threat detection, incident response, and cybersecurity automation
• Proven leadership experience driving complex security initiatives and mentoring technical teams
• Advanced scripting and coding skills in languages such as Python or Go, coupled with deep expertise in CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Extensive experience designing and implementing sophisticated detection mechanisms across diverse security platforms (e.g., Splunk, EDR tools)
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities, demonstrating rigorous methodologies in root cause analysis and system optimization
• Strong communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders, including executive management and external partners

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the strategic vision and technical roadmap for threat detection and response capabilities across Gemini’s infrastructure and applications
• Architect, implement, and maintain scalable, automated security detection systems, response mechanisms, and incident management platforms
• Lead high-impact security projects involving complex systems integration and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives
• Conduct comprehensive security risk assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management, identifying systemic security gaps and driving remediation efforts
• Direct critical incident response efforts, including in-depth forensic analysis, containment, eradication, and post-incident review to enhance Gemini’s security posture continuously
• Mentor senior engineers, providing technical expertise, career guidance, and fostering a culture of security excellence and continuous improvement
• Influence Gemini’s broader security strategy through deep technical expertise, contributing to policy formulation, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in memory, network, and host forensics and real-time security analytics
• Comprehensive experience with advanced threat modeling frameworks
• Proven ability to develop and deploy large-scale automated threat response and intelligence systems
• Track record of influencing security strategy at organizational or industry levels

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary
• A discretionary annual bonus
• Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant
• Comprehensive health plans
• 401K with company matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible time off