Senior Threat Detection Engineer | Detection Engineering Lead

QBE Europe; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A diverse international insurer is seeking a Senior Threat Detection Specialist based in London. You will lead the internal detection engineering function, design cyber detection rules, and improve security posture through collaboration with various teams. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in both offensive and defensive cyber security disciplines as well as hands-on knowledge of cyber detection engineering. Flexible working options are available, alongside an array of competitive benefits, aiming to foster a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Flexible working

Pension contributions

Private medical insurance

Family friendly policies

Short-term remote work abroad

Qualifications

• Strong experience across offensive and defensive cyber security disciplines.
• Deep understanding of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Hands-on technical knowledge in cyber detection engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination and operation of the internal detection engineering function.
• Design and implement cyber detection rules and use cases.
• Identify and log visibility gaps to improve detection coverage.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Critical Thinking

Cybersecurity

Cyber Threat Hunting

Security Monitoring

Job description

A diverse international insurer is seeking a Senior Threat Detection Specialist based in London. You will lead the internal detection engineering function, design cyber detection rules, and improve security posture through collaboration with various teams. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in both offensive and defensive cyber security disciplines as well as hands-on knowledge of cyber detection engineering. Flexible working options are available, alongside an array of competitive benefits, aiming to foster a supportive and inclusive workplace.