Director, Threat Detection & Response

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Threat Detection & Response to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will lead the organization's security incident response, threat hunting, and detection engineering efforts across cloud, identity, network, and endpoint environments. The right leader will serve as the senior incident commander during major events, helping the business respond quickly, recover cleanly, and strengthen resilience over time. This position also partners closely with engineering and security stakeholders to improve visibility, telemetry, and forensic readiness across the enterprise. In addition, the role supports proactive cyber threat intelligence and emerging threat analysis, including AI-related attack patterns relevant to the payments and fintech environment. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $175,000 – $235,000 annually Responsibilities Serve as the senior incident commander during major security incidents Direct incident response strategy for rapid triage and recovery Oversee digital forensics and root cause analysis to mitigate risks Lead detection engineering strategy for high-fidelity detection logic Conduct proactive threat hunting based on incident trends and frameworks Build cyber threat intelligence to counter emerging threats in the payments industry Drive the strategy for enterprise logging and data pipelines for visibility Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience 10+ years of hands-on information security experience, particularly in incident response and threat hunting Expertise in managing complex security incidents across cloud, identity, network, and endpoint environments Proficiency with advanced incident response tools and digital forensic protocols Strong understanding of log management and telemetry in cloud and on-premises environments Experience with AI in cybersecurity, including investigating AI-related attacks Familiarity with the payments and fintech regulatory environment, especially PCI-DSS Benefits Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage Flexible Paid Time Off 401(k) + Match Mental Health Support & Well-Being Program Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave Education Assistance Company-funded Lifestyle Spending Account Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.