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Skechers

Detection and Automation Engineer

Salary$125k – $165k
LocationManhattan Beach, CA
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedAug 20, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live25m ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have14
Advanced experience with event log management, aggregation, alerting, and monitoring
Demonstrated experience developing, tuning, testing, and documenting detection rules and alerts
Experience with SOAR or similar automation platforms, APIs, webhooks, and scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell
Deep understanding of security concepts relating to identity and access management, network architecture, and systems hardening
Experience working with servers and workstations running Windows, Linux, and macOS
Excels in developing and maintaining effective working relationships
Ability to excel in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong documentation habits with excellent written and oral communication skills
Assumes a lead role in cybersecurity projects, incident response, and developing new concepts
Ability to simplify and communicate complex technical data and concepts
Mentors junior team members and shares technical knowledge across the team
Strong working knowledge in cybersecurity, systems, cloud, or network engineering
5+ years of experience in a dedicated cybersecurity role, or equivalent combination
Nice to have2
Strong experience with public cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) a plus
GIAC, (ISC)2, or equivalent certifications a plus
Eligibility1
Equal Employment Opportunity commitment
Skills
Python
PowerShell
AWS
Azure
GCP
Windows
Linux
macOS
About the role
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Our Cybersecurity Engineers at Skechers are key members of our global cybersecurity team. This position plays a leading, hands-on role in advancing detection and response capabilities through the development and maintenance of security automation playbooks, detection content, and the tools and infrastructure that support security monitoring and response. You will implement and manage systems for log and event data processing and analysis, prioritize and develop detections based on adversary behaviors, lead purple team exercises, and build automation workflows that incorporate both established logic and emerging AI capabilities to improve analysis, context, and response. While on the front lines of our global cyber defense practice, you will act as an escalation point for incidents and alerts, while working proactively to identify and resolve cybersecurity issues. The role will involve working closely with infrastructure, application, and business teams globally to improve telemetry, validate defensive capabilities, and help facilitate secure operations.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join an agile cybersecurity team with an eye for innovation and a continuous improvement mindset. The candidate who will find the most success and fulfillment brings a genuine interest and passion for cybersecurity, a love for learning, a positive attitude, and a desire to roll up their sleeves and dive into the deep end.
Responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
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Source, integrate, and leverage log and event data to create insights and develop queries, detections, and dashboards
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Prioritize, develop, test, tune, and maintain detection logic, rules, and alerts based on threat intelligence, attack techniques, and knowledge of adversary behavior
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Develop and maintain clear documentation of detection logic, data requirements, test results, tuning decisions, alert handling, and response procedures
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Improve the quality and usability of security telemetry by evaluating source integrations, parsing, normalization, enrichment, field mappings, and logging practices to ensure the data supports effective detection and investigation.
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Drive regular threat hunting and purple team exercises and translate findings into measurable detection and response improvements
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Design, build, and continuously improve security automation playbooks that blend deterministic actions with AI-assisted analysis and actions
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Manage and maintain the security tools and supporting infrastructure used for log processing, detection engineering, orchestration, and response automation
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Triage alerts and reports received from various sources and perform incident response in real time as needed
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Evaluate, deploy, and maintain innovative security tools, technology, and systems
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Collaborate to define cybersecurity standards and develop secure procedures
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Work closely with multiple global groups and business units to provide guidance and support
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Perform regular security and vulnerability reviews and participate in periodic security and compliance audits
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Stay current with the changing threat landscape, detection engineering and automation practices, AI capabilities and limitations, and defensive technologies.
Requirements
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
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Advanced experience with event log management, aggregation, alerting, and monitoring
•
Demonstrated experience developing, tuning, testing, and documenting detection rules and alerts, with working knowledge of adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures.
•
Experience with SOAR or similar automation platforms, APIs, webhooks, and scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell
•
Deep understanding of security concepts relating to identity and access management, network architecture, and systems hardening in a large heterogeneous environment
•
Experience working with servers and workstations running Windows, Linux, and macOS
•
Strong experience with public cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) a plus
•
Excels in developing and maintaining effective working relationships while remaining focused on the task at hand
•
Ability to excel in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
•
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to follow evidence
•
Strong documentation habits with excellent written and oral communication skills
•
Assumes a lead role in cybersecurity projects, incident response, and developing new concepts
•
Ability to simplify and communicate complex technical data and concepts in an understandable format
•
Mentors junior team members and shares technical knowledge across the team
REQUIREMENTS:
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Strong working knowledge in cybersecurity, systems, cloud, or network engineering
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5+ years of experience in a dedicated cybersecurity role, or a combination of equivalent information technology experience, training, and education
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GIAC, (ISC)2, or equivalent certifications a plus
The pay range for this role is $125,000-$165,000/yr USD.
About Skechers
Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.
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