Cyber Detection Data Engineering Specialist

SAP SE; South Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global software leader in Dublin is seeking a Cyber Detection Data Engineering Specialist. This role involves driving the maintenance and development of critical security data infrastructure. Applicants should have over 3 years of technical support experience, strong knowledge of cloud platforms, and excellent communication skills. You will thrive in a diverse team and enjoy great benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Constant learning opportunities

Great benefits

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in technical support or a similar role with bias towards security operations.
• Capable of multitasking, managing time efficiently, and prioritizing workload.
• Knowledge of information security frameworks and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive success for the development and maintenance of the SAP Security Data Mesh.
• Support cyber detection content development and asymmetric hunt services.

Skills

Technical support experience

Knowledge of SIEM

Data architecture operation

Collaboration skills

Cloud platforms proficiency

Knowledge of Linux

Communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM disciplines

Tools

Splunk

Cribl

Kafka

Job description

Cyber Detection Data Engineering Specialist

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

What you’ll do

We are looking for a talented Data platform support engineer to join our team. As a pioneer in digital transformation, you will be at the forefront of innovation, and you’ll be instrumental in driving success for the development and maintenance of the SAP Security Data Mesh. You will be part of a global team driving industry innovation with access to world‑class training and development opportunities.

What you bring

• 3+ years experience of technical support or similar role bias towards security operations
• Basic knowledge of security information and event monitoring (SIEM)
• Support and operate cutting‑edge data architectures ensuring maximum service availability and performance.
• Collaborate with internal product teams and services to deliver tailored data‑driven solutions.
• Stay informed and ahead of the curve by continuously updating your knowledge of emerging data technologies and trends.
• Experience administering and/or operating of one or more of
• Splunk and/or similar platforms
• data streaming tools e.g. Cribl, Kafka
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure) and data tools
• Knowledge of Linux kernel, command line and system diagnostics
• Exposure to scripting basics and regular expressions.
• Capable of multi‑tasking, good time management and prioritisation of workload.
• Able to support for cyber detection content development and asymmetric hunt services.
• Knowledge of information security frameworks and requirements (e.g., PCI, NIST, SOC, GDPR).
• Experience with automation and integration of large complex datasets.
• Bachelor’s degree focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines or equivalent experience.
• Industry Security Certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CISM, CCSP, GCFA, GCIH, GCIA, GNFA, GREM, GCCC, or Security+) are preferred.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and oral)

Meet your team

The Data & Platform Engineering team is a major component of Cyber Detection Organisation at SAP. Providing a central security data and platform service from to collect and correlate security relevant data enabling security monitoring, threat detection and investigative coverages.

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end‑to‑end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose‑driven and future‑focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well‑being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e‑mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: [e-mail].
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 441740 | Work Area: Information Technology | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid

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