Detection Engineer

 

United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Detection Engineer to join our Detection Engineering team. This role is vital in developing and fine-tuning detection mechanisms to identify security threats and anomalies within our systems and networks. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for cybersecurity.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Detection Rule Development: Create, test, and refine detection rules, signatures, and use cases for security information and event management (SIEM) systems and other security technologies to improve threat detection accuracy.
• Email Gateway Management: Oversee the configuration and management of email security gateways to protect against phishing attacks, spam, and other email-based threats. Implement and monitor policies to enhance email security and reduce risks.
• Threat Analysis: Analyze security events and incidents to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies that could indicate potential security threats.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the incident response, security operations, and IT teams to integrate detection capabilities into wider security practices and incident response processes.
• Threat Intelligence Utilization: Utilize threat intelligence feeds and sources to enhance detection capabilities and ensure alignment with emerging threats and attack techniques.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor detection performance metrics, assess the effectiveness of detection strategies, and recommend improvements as needed.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of detection rules, processes, and methodologies to support transparency and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Continuous Learning: Stay current with the latest security trends, technologies, and best practices in detection engineering, actively applying this knowledge to enhance detection strategies.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Must have Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., GCTI, CEH, CISSP) are a plus.
  • Proven experience in detection engineering, threat detection, or a related cybersecurity role, with a strong understanding of SIEM technologies and detection methodologies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in developing detection rules and responding to security incidents.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • 100% onsite attendance in Pontiac Michigan 

THE PLACE & THE PERKS

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

 

It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.

 

From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

 

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon 
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

DISCLAIMER

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