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From the employer's careers site First seen 6 Nov 2026

Cyber Defense Engineer

S&P Global New York, NY senior full-time

Salary

$140,000 to $155,000 per year

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Description

The IT - SGA CYBER DEFENSE team at S&P Global is looking for a Cyber Defense Engineer to design and develop advanced detection logic for various security platforms.

Responsibilities and Impact:

  • Design and develop detection logic for SIEM platforms, EDR solutions, cloud security tools, AI-powered security systems, and network monitoring platforms
  • Map adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures using MITRE ATT&CK framework
  • Continuously tune and optimize detection rules to minimize false positives
  • Implement Detection-as-Code methodologies
  • Validate and test security defenses through collaboration with red teams and automated breach simulation tools
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance S&P Global's security posture

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity with at least 2+ years focused on detection engineering, threat hunting, or security operations
  • Proficiency in programming and scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash
  • Strong experience with security technologies such as SIEM platforms, EDR solutions, and network security monitoring tools
  • Demonstrated knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced certifications in cybersecurity
  • Experience implementing Detection-as-Code practices
  • Hands-on experience with threat hunting methodologies, red team exercises, or penetration testing
  • Knowledge of AI and machine learning applications in cybersecurity

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Anticipated base salary range: $140,000 to $155,000
  • Eligible for additional compensation such as annual incentive bonus plan
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health care coverage, flexible downtime, continuous learning, and retirement planning

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • GCIH
  • GCFA
  • CISSP
  • AWS Security
  • Azure Security
  • Google Cloud Security

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You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://spgi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SPGI_Careers/job/New-York-NY/Detection-Engineer_332172-1

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