Senior IT Engineer Security

ABN AMRO Bank N.V.; Amstelveen; Hybrid; EUR 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Flexible working

Vacation days

Development budget

Job summary

ABN AMRO Bank N.V. is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to scale detection and response. You will ingest and transform security telemetry for analytics, onboard large data sources into Microsoft Sentinel, and implement ingestion-time KQL transformations at scale.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop Python automation, and ensure data accuracy and governance in a fast-paced, Azure-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Azure Cloud and Security Suite experience (Monitor, Log Analytics, AMA, Sentinel/XDR).
• Strong telemetry onboarding and SIEM architecture understanding.
• Experience in software projects in virtualized environments at scale (CI/CD, containerization, observability).
• Proficiency in Python for automation and data processing.
• Good grasp of software engineering principles and SDLC.

Responsibilities

• Ingest, transform, and prepare security telemetry for analytics and reporting.
• Onboard large-scale data sources into Microsoft Sentinel and related platforms.
• Design ingestion-time transformations using KQL and normalization across domains.
• Develop Python-based automation and reusable data onboarding components.
• Build and maintain API integrations with internal/external security tools.

Skills

Azure Cloud

SIEM architectures

KQL

Python

CI/CD

Kubernetes

Data transformation

Sentiment analysis

Tools

Azure DevOps

Azure Monitor

Sentinel / XDR

Job description

At a glance

We are looking for a Senior Security Engineer who wants to play a pivotal role in scaling our detection and response capabilities. Do you like to be responsible for implementing transformative use cases such as data transformation at scale and sentiment analysis, ensuring that our systems are robust enough to counter sophisticated threats? Do you like to work in a hands‑on role where you will design, build, and deploy advanced solutions into production environments? And do you like to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, mentor junior colleagues, and help foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation? Then please continue reading.

Are you ready to be part of a mission that uses cutting‑edge technology to protect our customers, employees, and the bank against cyber threats? At ABN AMRO, we work with vast amounts of data, and we are leveraging machine learning and language models to scale our detection and response capabilities. By consciously and carefully applying these technologies, we aim to stay ahead of cybercriminals who are increasingly using AI to enhance their attacks.

Join us in shaping the future of cyber defence through innovation and AI‑driven solutions.

Your job

As a Senior Security Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring that security telemetry from diverse sources is consistently ingested, transformed, and made available for cybersecurity analytics and reporting.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Onboarding large‑scale security data sources into Microsoft Sentinel and the broader cyber data platform.
• Designing and implementing ingestion‑time transformations using KQL to ensure scalable and efficient processing of security telemetry. Working with ASIM schemas and understanding normalization requirements to ensure data consistency across security domains.
• Familiarity with Common Event Format (CEF), Syslog, and cloud‑native security telemetry.
• Engineering reliable and performant data ingestion pipelines capable of handling high‑volume streaming data.
• Developing Python‑based automation and reusable components to support data onboarding and operational efficiency.
• Supporting the Cyber Resilience Index by ensuring security data is accurate, complete, and available for measurement and reporting.
• Building and maintaining API integrations with internal and external security tooling.
• Deploying and maintaining solutions through Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines and adhering to SDLC practices.
• Collaborating with Security Engineers, Data Analysts, and Security Analysts to identify telemetry requirements and data quality improvements. Ensuring onboarding solutions comply with internal security, governance, and operational standards.

Working environment

You’ll be part of CISO Cyber Defence, a vibrant and diverse team consisting of 145 professionals who thrive on collaboration and innovation. CISO has a strong presence within ABN AMRO, with over 450 employees focusing on all aspects of cybersecurity for the bank. We operate in an agile environment, where hierarchy takes a back seat, and teamwork drives success. Our mission is clear: to be the driving force behind the bank's security, safeguarding our customers and society. At ABN AMRO, we believe in Banking for Better, for generations to come.

At ABN AMRO, you’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful and meaningful projects that make a real difference. You’ll be part of a forward‑thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We provide a supportive environment where your ideas and expertise will be valued, and you’ll be empowered to shape the future of cyber defence. Working at ABN AMRO means contributing to a better future for yourself and society. We offer you the space to innovate and grow, with access to a variety of career opportunities and development programs. You’ll work in an inspiring and collaborative environment, surrounded by talented colleagues who are passionate about making a difference.

Your profile

You are a highly motivated and skilled professional with a passion for data and cybersecurity. You thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy solving complex problems, and love working with like‑minded individuals to make a meaningful impact. You have strong consultancy skills to identify and address the "real" problems, guiding stakeholders toward impactful solutions. You take ownership from start to end and drive improvements and closure. You support the Product Owner and the team during refinement and planning sessions. On top of that, you are able to mentor and coach junior team members. You're known for your creativity and collaboration skills and you’re a team player who isn’t afraid to ask for or give feedback. And you feel comfortable to work on multiple concurrent projects while managing priorities effectively.

Must‑have expertise:

• Experience with Azure Cloud and Security Suite (Monitor, Log Analytics, AMA, Sentinel / XDR) - or equivalent in other cloud stack.
• Strong understanding of security telemetry onboarding and SIEM architectures.
• Strong experience developing and deploying software projects in virtualized environments at‑scale (testing, CI/CD, containerization, logging frameworks and observability, SDLC and Kubernetes) in any modern language (Python preferred) for automation tasks, micro‑services and large‑scale data processing.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and design patterns.
• Querying skills (KQL, SQL, PromQL and so on) particularly for ingestion‑time transformations, troubleshooting, data shaping and enrichment, large‑scale log processing and performance optimization.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Event Hub, Event Grid, and event‑driven architectures.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity operations and SOC processes.
• Experience handling performance and cost optimization for large‑scale log ingestion platforms.

We are offering

We believe it is important to be a good employer. Joining us means stepping into a role with impact, supported by excellent employment conditions that foster your job satisfaction, development, and wellbeing.

In addition, we offer:

• An attractive gross monthly salary based on a 36‑hour work week, including holiday allowance and a flexible benefit budget.
• An excellent pension scheme, ensuring that you are well prepared for the future.
• Flexibility in working: working from home is possible in consultation with your team and depending on your role. We will provide an ergonomic home office setup for you.
• Plenty of room for relaxation with five weeks of vacation per year, supplemented by two mandatory days off. You can also purchase up to four additional weeks of vacation annually.
• Five “Banking for better days”: extra days off that you can use for personal development or volunteer work.
• Personal development is key: you receive a development budget of €1,000 per year, which can accumulate up to €3,000.
• An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands for both business and private use.

more information about our employment conditions and salary scales in our Collective Labour Agreement (CLA), which applies to this vacancy.

Interested?

Are you ready to take on this exciting challenge and help us stay ahead of the curve in cybersecurity? If you’re passionate about machine learning, data science, and creating innovative solutions to real‑world problems, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Raji Rajamuthu at [e-mail] or Rob van Maanenberg at [e-mail] for more information.

Your Future: Inclusive, Innovative, Sustainable

At ABN AMRO, we believe in "Banking for better, for generations to come." Equal opportunities for everyone are a crucial foundation, as we strive for an inclusive culture where all employees feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision ofbeing a personal bank in the digital agealigns perfectly with the demand for surprising insights and innovative solutions, born from a diverse interplay of cultures and experiences. We focus on customer experience, sustainability, and building a future‑proof bank, conducting annual reviews to ensure equal pay for equal work. Join a bank that embraces ingenuity and ambition, and make an impact with us for a better future.

If you want to apply for the B-Able or Reboot program, make sure to mention it both in the title and the content of your resume.

Disclaimer external recruitment agencies

External recruitment agencies need to have a signed agreement with ABN AMRO BANK N.V., executed by a Talent Acquisition Specialist, when submitting a resume to a vacancy. No unsolicited services or offers, please.

Use of AI in our application process

You’re welcome to use AI to help write your CV or cover letter, as long as it reflects your own story. We review every application personally and without AI. During interviews, real time AI tools may not be used. With your permission, interviews can be recorded and supported by AI. This helps us keep the process fair, careful, and transparent.