Job Description
At WHOOP we’re on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. Our wearable technology provides personalized insights that help millions of members better understand their bodies and make smarter decisions about training recovery and lifestyle.
We are seeking a Incident Response Lead to drive security incident response across the enterprise. In this role you will serve as the primary internal escalation point and hands-on responder for security incidents partnering closely with WHOOP’s 24x7 SOC provider and cross-functional stakeholders to investigate contain and remediate threats.
This is a highly technical individual contributor role with significant ownership and visibility across Security IT GRC and Legal.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead hands-on incident response activities serving as the primary internal escalation point for security events
Serve as the central incident commander across Security IT GRC and Legal during active incidents
Partner with the SOC to validate alerts guide investigations and drive containment and eradication efforts
Conduct host cloud and log-based investigations and coordinate with external forensic firms when needed
Maintain and continuously improve incident response playbooks escalation procedures and communication workflows
Lead post-incident reviews and root cause analysis ensuring remediation actions are clearly defined and tracked
Develop and execute tabletop exercises and incident simulations to test and strengthen response readiness
Partner with GRC and Legal to support breach impact assessments and regulatory notification processes
Drive continuous improvement of detection and response capabilities across SIEM EDR cloud monitoring and identity systems
Own incident metrics and reporting including response times trends and systemic risk reduction initiatives
Participate in an on-call escalation rotation to provide after-hours incident leadership when required
QUALIFICATIONS:
7+ years of experience in incident response digital forensics threat detection or SOC operations
Proven experience leading incident investigations in complex cloud-native environments
Strong experience conducting host cloud and log-based investigations
Hands-on expertise with SIEM platforms EDR tools and cloud security monitoring
Experience working with external SOC or MDR providers
Strong understanding of attack frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK) and their application to detection and response
Experience supporting breach response obligations under GDPR HIPAA PCI or similar regulatory frameworks
Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional stakeholders under pressure
Bachelor’s degree or relevant certifications (GCIH GCFA CISSP or equivalent)
This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston MA office.
Interested in the role but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility
The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract motivate and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries meaningful equity and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.
At WHOOP we view total compensation as the combination of base salary equity and benefits with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success.
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $130000 - $170000. Salary ranges are determined by role level and location. Within each range individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills experience performance and relevant education or training.
In addition to the base salary the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package.
These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications expertise and alignment with the role’s requirements.
Skills Required
- 7+ years of experience in incident response digital forensics threat detection or SOC operations
- Proven experience leading incident investigations in complex cloud-native environments
- Strong experience conducting host cloud and log-based investigations
- Hands-on expertise with SIEM platforms EDR tools and cloud security monitoring
- Experience working with external SOC or MDR providers
- Strong understanding of attack frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK) and their application to detection and response
- Experience supporting breach response obligations under GDPR HIPAA PCI or similar regulatory frameworks
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional stakeholders under pressure
- Bachelor's degree or relevant certifications (GCIH GCFA CISSP or equivalent)
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WHOOP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits—Wellness support includes a stipend and a complimentary WHOOP membership to use and gift aligning perks with the company’s health focus. Feedback suggests these lifestyle benefits are a meaningful part of total rewards.
- Healthcare Strength—Core coverage spans medical dental vision mental health services and life and disability insurance. This breadth indicates a comprehensive health safety net.
- Equity Value & Accessibility—Total rewards commonly include stock options or equity participation positioning ownership as part of compensation. Feedback suggests equity is viewed as a valuable component of the package.
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What We Do
At WHOOP we’re on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. Our wearable device and performance optimization platform has been adopted by many of the world's greatest athletes and consumers alike.
Why Work With Us
At WHOOP we’re focused on building an inclusive and equitable team with a strong sense of belonging for everyone—increasing representation in every way as our team grows. We believe that our differences are our source of strength—so much so it’s one of our core values.
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