Cyber Security Detection Engineer – SIEM & SOC Specialist

Police Digital Service; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days of annual leave

Flexible working hours

Well-being programs

Excellent pension scheme

Remote GP services

Enhanced family leave

Paid volunteering day

Job summary

A UK government agency is seeking a Cyber Security Detection Engineer to join their team. The role involves the development and deployment of SIEM detection rules while collaborating with other teams to ensure effective threat detection. Candidates should have experience in log analysis, SIEM platforms, and possess certifications demonstrating their cyber security knowledge. This position offers a flexible hybrid working model and a strong emphasis on work-life balance and personal well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience identifying and investigating attack patterns.
• Experience developing SIEM platforms for Security Operations Centres.
• Practical experience with custom tooling for Security Operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SIEM detection rules.
• Collaborate on threat landscape knowledge.
• Create custom solutions using low-code development.

Skills

Log analysis and correlation

SIEM platform support

Log source configuration and parsing

APIs

Software development and scripting

Cyber security awareness

Education

Certifications (e.g., PNPT, OSCP)

Tools

PowerShell

Python

Microsoft Power Apps

Azure Logic Apps

Job description

A UK government agency is seeking a Cyber Security Detection Engineer to join their team. The role involves the development and deployment of SIEM detection rules while collaborating with other teams to ensure effective threat detection. Candidates should have experience in log analysis, SIEM platforms, and possess certifications demonstrating their cyber security knowledge. This position offers a flexible hybrid working model and a strong emphasis on work-life balance and personal well-being.