By making evidence the heart of security, we help customers stay ahead of ever-changing cyber-attacks.
Corelight is the cybersecurity company that transforms network and cloud activity into evidence. Evidence that elite defenders use to proactively hunt for threats, accelerate response to cyber incidents, gain complete network visibility and create powerful analytics using machine-learning and behavioral analysis tools. Easily deployed, and available in traditional and SaaS-based formats, Corelight is the fastest-growing Network Detection and Response (NDR) platform in the industry. And we are the only NDR platform that leverages the power of Open Source projects in addition to our own technology to deliver Intrusion Detection (IDS), Network Security Monitoring (NSM), and Smart PCAP solutions. We sell to some of the most sensitive, mission critical large enterprises and government agencies in the world.
Job Overview
This role is for a dual-capable professional who will not only serve as a subject matter expert who can provide strategic direction in national cyber (mid-space) but also take on lifecycle oriented service delivery.
Responsibilities:
As a Senior Professional Services Engineer:
- Focus on improving customer cybersecurity postures through the delivery of services and projects with a focus on process optimization, incident investigation, and strategic technology integration.
- Influence and guide both customers and Corelight teams with your expertise. Design, implement, and support solutions integrated with ecosystem partners, focusing on mid-space applications.
- Master the use of Zeek logs and Corelight Suricata alerts for cyber threat detection and analysis. Develop custom queries and dashboards in SIEM platforms like Splunk, Elastic, and Humio for enhanced visibility.
- Work with backend tools such as Kafka and Logstash to manage data effectively.
As a Strategy Owner for Mid-Space:
- Establish and direct the strategic framework for Corelight’s mid-space practice, targeting international government clients
- Assess market trends, emerging technologies, and align these with customer needs to guide strategic investments
- Oversee the lifecycle of solution development from concept through to deployment, ensuring solutions meet complex, large-scale requirements in national cyber defenses
- Work closely with sales and delivery teams, providing education on solution offerings, and aligning strategies with client requirements.
Experience:
- 5+ years in a Professional Services Engineer role with a focus on cybersecurity.
- 10+ years in roles involving strategic solution development in cyber, intelligence, defense, or space sectors.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
- Deep understanding of Zeek logs, network administration, firewall configurations, and TCP/IP.
- Proficiency with SIEM tools, especially Splunk, and familiarity with various scripting languages.
- Knowledge of mid-space elements like IXP, CSP networks, and lawful interception frameworks.
Soft Skills:
- Exceptional communication skills, capable of articulating complex solutions to diverse audiences.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills to foster team development and client relations.
- Ability to navigate cultural and regulatory landscapes when dealing with international government clients.
A note on experience
We are proud of our culture and values - driving diversity of background and thought, low-ego results, applied curiosity and tireless service to our customers and community. Corelight is committed to a geographically dispersed yet connected employee base with employees working from home and office locations around the world. Fueled by an accelerating revenue stream, and investments from top-tier venture capital organizations such as Crowdstrike, Accel and Insight - we are rapidly expanding our team.
Check us out at www.corelight.com
