Manager, Security Incident Response Team (usa)

GitLab

Remote, US
Remote
Incident response leadership experience
Siem tools proficiency (splunk, elastic)
Cloud forensics knowledge (gcp/aws)
GitLab is seeking a Manager for its Security Incident Response Team (SIRT) to oversee cybersecurity incident management across its operating environments. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in incident response and people management, with a focus on improving security posture through proactive measures and AI integration

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the Security Incident Response Team in the Americas region to manage cybersecurity incidents across all operating environments.
  • Candidates must have a strong technical background to own the full incident lifecycle from alert triage to retrospective actions while developing others.
  • GitLab embraces AI as a core productivity multiplier, expecting all team members to incorporate it into daily workflows to drive efficiency.

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GitLab is seeking a Manager for its Security Incident Response Team (SIRT) to oversee cybersecurity incident management across its operating environments. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in incident response and people management, with a focus on improving security posture through proactive measures and AI integration.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Incident Response leadership experience
  • SIEM tools proficiency (Splunk, Elastic)
  • Cloud forensics knowledge (GCP/AWS)
  • Team management and coaching skills
  • Threat hunting and intelligence analysis
  • AI and automation mindset for workflows

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with GitLab platform
  • SaaS platform threat response background
  • Customer-facing escalation handling
  • DevSecOps environment familiarity
  • Remote-first culture championing

Key Requirements

  • United States Citizenship required
  • Proven people management experience
  • Hands-on technical background in security investigations
  • Availability during US West Coast business hours

Work Rights

Must be a United States Citizen

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