Job Description

Arctic Wolf, with its unicorn valuation, is the leader in security operations in an exciting and fast-growing industry—cybersecurity. We have won countless awards for our excellence in security operations and remain dedicated to providing an industry-leading customer and employee experience.  

Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We’re looking for a Director - Managed Detection & Response​ to be a part of making this happen.    

Overview

A Director - Security Research MDR plans and directs all aspects of development activities within the IDR domain of MDR which includes third party tool integration, detection authoring, and response actions. This means that they ensure all engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with the organization's established policies and objectives. They report into the Senior Director of R&D, MDR or defined senior leadership. They work closely with R&D, Product Management and Security Services (S2) to ensure their teams are building what our customers and users need in a timely fashion.

Scope of Role

Works with the product team to define and plan a rolling, 18 month roadmap for IDR. Directs Senior Managers and Directors with respect to criticality, prioritization, and execution of work.

Leads by embodying Arctic Wolf’s core values and executes with the MDR Mission Statement in mind:

”MDR delivers peace of mind to customers through unparalleled quality; a culture of integrity, empowerment, and accountability; and trust at every level. We are committed to achieving exceptional security outcomes and strive to set new standards for our industry.”

Basic Qualifications

15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with demonstrable technical expertise multiple domains.

7+ years of management experience in a cybersecurity or software engineering role.

Proficiency in software development.

Experience with detection/signature authorship.

Experience with endpoint security products.

Experience with cloud providers and security platforms.

Experience leading Agile development teams, preferably with formal Agile training

A clear history of technical influence (public conference talks, papers, etc)

A clear history of learning and skills development.

Ability to lead teams working in the Eastern Time Zone

Bachelor or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or an engineering field.

Responsibilities

Support the team by providing direction, clarity and removing obstacles.

Execute the Product roadmap

Provide thought leadership and guidance with respect to industry trends and future space.

Drive research and innovation in the detections domain.

Implement the R&D Department responsibilities, including but not limited to: 

Oversee the full software development life cycle.

Ensure their teams is following ISMS regulations

Develop careers of team members

Execute administrative responsibilities 

Recruitment

Mentor individuals and establish career development plans and achievable goals across the IDR organization. 

Drive continuous development process improvements.

Build collaborative relationships with other teams and stakeholders within and outside of the MDR organization.

About Arctic Wolf

At Arctic Wolf we’re cultivating a collaborative and productive work environment that welcomes a diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and ideas to make our teams even stronger as we grow globally. We’ve been named among the list of Top Workplaces in USA, Minnesota (2021-2024), and Texas (2023-2024), Best Places to Work San Antonio (2023, 2024) and Minneapolis/St. Paul (2022-2024), Great Place to Work - Canada (2021-2024), and on the list of Best Workplaces in Technology (2024) in Canada. As well as on Fortune’s Best Place to Work for Millennials (2023) and Top Technology Workplace (2023) lists.

Our Values

Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion, and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that—by protecting people’s and organizations’ sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk— we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good.   

We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unity here.    

We also believe and practice corporate responsibility, and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement, ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.   

All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:   

Equity for all employees

Flexible time off, paid volunteer days, and paid parental leave

401k & RRSP matching program

Enhanced maternity leave and fertility support services

Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health services

Training and career development programs

Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodations by emailing recruiting@arcticwolf.com.   

Security Requirements  

Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies).  

Must pass a criminal background check and an employment verification as a condition of employment.

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”).  Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations.