Senior Detection and Response Engineer Job at Activision (Barcelona)

Senior Detection and Response Engineer

The Senior Detection and Response Engineer is a critical technical role responsi...

Location

United States

Salary:

128000.00 - 161000.00 USD / Year

AlphaSense

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years in security operations with 3+ years in detection engineering, including deep expertise in creating high-fidelity rules (SIGMA, YARA-L, KQL, SPL)
Proven track record of building detection strategies across SIEM, EDR, and Cloud platforms, grounded in the MITRE ATT&CK framework
Expert knowledge of SOAR platforms (e.g., Tines, Splunk SOAR, Cortex XSOAR), architecture, and complex playbook development
Proven experience designing and implementing SOAR platform architecture from concept to production
Advanced scripting and automation development skills in Python (required) for API integrations and security tool orchestration
Strong background in threat hunting methodology, hypothesis development, and campaign execution, with experience leading or co-leading hunting programs
Proficiency with data analysis, anomaly detection, and hands-on experience with hunting tools like Jupyter Notebooks, Osquery, and Velociraptor
Deep understanding of attack techniques, lateral movement, persistence mechanisms, and post-exploitation TTPs across Windows, Linux, and macOS
Familiarity with security frameworks including MITRE ATT&CK, PICERL, NIST CSF, and Detection Maturity Models, and incident response best practices
Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, mentor team members, and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Job Responsibility

Design, implement, and maintain advanced detection rules and correlation logic across SIEM , EDR, and Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP)
Lead detection strategy and architecture aligned with the Detection Quality frameworks
Write high-fidelity detection rules using languages like SIGMA and YARA-L
Conduct deep log source analysis, perform threat modeling, adversary emulation, and maintain MITRE ATT&CK mapping coverage
Conduct detection gap analysis to identify coverage opportunities across the kill chain
Create and maintain detection playbooks, runbooks, and comprehensive documentation
Perform detection quality assessments and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop complex automated response playbooks for multi-stage incidents spanning multiple security tools
Integrate security tools via APIs (SIEM, EDR, MDM, CASB, ITSM, threat intelligence platforms)
Create automated enrichment pipelines incorporating threat intelligence, asset context, and user behavior analytics

What we offer

performance-based bonus
equity
a generous benefits program

Fulltime

Senior Security Engineer, Detection and Response

As a Senior Security Engineer on the Detection & Response team, you will play a ...

Location

United States; Canada

Salary:

156000.00 - 210000.00 USD; CAD / Year

1Password

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in security technical engineering roles
3+ years focused on security operations, detection engineering or incident response
Hands-on experience with detection engineering and automation, including SIEMs, SOAR platforms, behavior analytics, and Detection-as-Code workflows
Strong understanding of modern attacker techniques and how they apply to cloud-native, SaaS, and identity-centric environments
Experience with endpoint, runtime, and forensic tools across multiple operating systems
Knowledge of cloud environments (e.g., AWS, GCP) and security best practices for cloud-native systems
Proficiency with scripting and infrastructure tools (e.g., Python, Bash, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines) to support automation and internal tooling
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security issues to both technical and non-technical audiences

Job Responsibility

Design, build, and continuously improve threat detections across 1Password’s infrastructure, products, internal tools, and corporate environments
Lead and support security incident response activities, including investigation, containment, remediation, and post-incident learning
Apply threat intelligence and knowledge of attacker TTPs to detection development, threat hunting, alert triage, and response prioritization
Collaborate with Security, Infrastructure, and IT teams to improve security visibility, logging quality, and response readiness
Use automation, scripting, and Detection-as-Code practices to scale detection and response workflows and improve reliability
Own end-to-end security projects aligned with Detection & Response initiatives and broader security strategy
Participate in a shared on-call rotation and support high-severity incidents as needed
Contribute to operational maturity through playbooks, mentoring, tabletop exercises, audits, and cross-functional initiatives

What we offer

Health benefits
Dental benefits
401k
RRSP
Generous PTO
Equity grant
Incentive programs
Maternity and parental leave top-up programs
RSU program for most employees
Retirement matching program

Fulltime

Senior Detection & Response Engineer

Activision is seeking a Senior Detection and Response Engineer to help protect o...

Location

United States of America , Playa Vista

Salary:

101000.00 - 186754.00 USD / Year

Activision

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of progressively accountable experience
Hands‑on experience in threat detection, security operations, and incident response
Strong understanding of the modern threat landscape, attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures
Proven ability to detect, triage, investigate, and respond to security incidents in enterprise environments
Experience performing detailed log analysis, correlation, and investigative triage
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Willingness to participate in an on‑call rotation and provide off‑hours support
Fluency in English

Job Responsibility

Detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents across cloud, corporate, and production environments
Monitor and analyze security telemetry and audit logs to identify anomalous activity
Perform alert triage, in‑depth investigation, and forensic analysis across the full incident lifecycle
Execute endpoint, identity, cloud, and malware investigations
Develop, refine, and tune threat detections within the SIEM
Enhance investigation and response efficiency through automation, SOAR workflows, scripting, and advanced analytics
Contribute to TDIR procedures, playbooks, runbooks, documentation, and operational metrics
Collaborate closely with engineering teams, business stakeholders, and vendors
Participate in an on‑call rotation and provide off‑hours support
Communicate investigation findings clearly and effectively

What we offer

Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave
Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others
Relocation assistance if required to move

Fulltime

Senior Security Detection and Monitoring Engineer

As a driven and proactive Senior Security Detection and Monitoring Engineer you ...

Location

Netherlands , Amsterdam

Salary:

Not provided

Adyen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4+ years of experience in one or more of the following security domains: Intrusion Detection, Detection Engineering, Threat Detection, Incident Response
Proficient in two or more of the following areas: Operating System security (Linux/MacOS), Container Security, Network security, SaaS/IaaS Security
Solid and demonstrable experience with Python
Able to translate complex detection logic into advanced code
Builder at heart with the mindset to script, automate, and scope projects to avoid repetitive tasks
Believe that security requires a pragmatic and humane approach where communication is key
Have pioneered a solution in uncharted territory, setting a new standard for your team

Job Responsibility

Create scalable and actionable detection logic for emerging threats in Python
Develop new solutions to hunt, detect and deal with threats
Operate and expand our in-house built security event monitoring tool
Save your colleague’s time and brainpower through automation
Maintain up to date knowledge of tools, techniques, and procedures used by attackers
Bring and execute on state-of-the-art initiatives that help this domain be ahead of the market
Build and own security monitoring tooling in Adyen
Join the Security On Call group rotation

Senior Security Detection and Monitoring Engineer

As a driven and proactive Senior Security Detection and Monitoring Engineer you ...

Location

Netherlands , Amsterdam

Salary:

Not provided

Adyen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of experience in one or more of the following security domains: Intrusion Detection, Detection Engineering, Threat Detection, Incident Response
Proficient in two or more of the following areas: Operating System security (Linux/MacOS), Container Security, Network security, SaaS/IaaS Security
Solid and demonstrable experience with Python, able to translate complex detection logic into advanced code
Advanced Python development skills
Builder at heart with the mindset to script, automate, and scope projects
Belief that security requires a pragmatic and humane approach where communication is key
Have pioneered a solution in uncharted territory, setting a new standard for your team

Job Responsibility

Create scalable and actionable detection logic for emerging threats in Python
Develop new solutions to hunt, detect and deal with threats
Operate and expand our in-house built security event monitoring tool
Save your colleague’s time and brainpower through automation
Maintain up to date knowledge of tools, techniques, and procedures used by attackers
Bring and execute on state-of-the-art initiatives that help this domain be ahead of the market
Build and own security monitoring tooling in Adyen
Join the Security On Call group rotation

Senior Security Detection and Monitoring Engineer

As a driven and proactive Senior Security Detection and Monitoring Engineer you ...

Location

Netherlands , Amsterdam

Salary:

Not provided

Adyen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of experience in one or more of the following security domains: Intrusion Detection, Detection Engineering, Threat Detection, Incident Response
Proficient in two or more of the following areas: Operating System security (Linux/MacOS), Container Security, Network security, SaaS/IaaS Security
Understand security detection and monitoring without being limited to specific SIEM tools or vendors
Solid and demonstrable experience with Python, and are able to translate complex detection logic into advanced code with ease
Builder at heart, and have the mindset to script, automate, and scope projects to avoid repetitive tasks
Believe that the security of systems, people and processes requires a pragmatic and humane approach where communication is key
Have pioneered a solution in uncharted territory, setting a new standard for your team

Job Responsibility

Create scalable and actionable detection logic for emerging threats in Python
Develop new solutions to hunt, detect and deal with threats
Operate and expand our in-house built security event monitoring tool
Save your colleague’s time and brainpower through automation
Maintain up to date knowledge of tools, techniques, and procedures used by attackers
Bring and execute on state-of-the-art initiatives that help this domain be ahead of the market
Build and own security monitoring tooling in Adyen
Join the Security On Call group rotation

Senior Software Engineer and Software Engineer II

OneDrive and SharePoint are rapidly growing services at the center of Microsoft'...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

100600.00 - 199000.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience
Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience
Experience in related to cloud scale distributed design and patterns
The ability to deliver informed designs and plans ahead of production and execution
Knowledge of others' expertise and the ability to involve multiple players (within and outside the organization) in the creation or development of novel products, processes, or research streams

Job Responsibility

Design and deliver systems that enable partners and ISVs to migrate from other cloud providers, improve core systems performance and efficiencies, and ensure zero customer impact throughout the change management cycle
Deliver systems to meet our business continuity planning goals, provide telemetry for optimizing the service and drive our response time for detecting and resolving service issues down
Create, implement, optimize, debug, refactor, and reuses code to establish and improve performance and maintainability, effectiveness, and return on investment (ROI)
Contribue to the identification of dependencies, and the development of design documents for a product area with little oversight
Helps to identify other teams and technologies that will be leveraged, how they will interact, and when one's system may provide support to others
Contributes to determining back-end dependencies associated with product, application, service, or platform functionality for product features
Understands downstream effects of solutions and work provided
Helps to identify areas of dependency and overlap with other teams or team members and drives coordination
Remain current in skills by investing time and effort into staying abreast of current developments that will improve the availability, reliability, efficiency, observability, and performance of products while also driving consistency in monitoring and operations at scale
Reviews work items to deepen knowledge of product features in partnership with appropriate stakeholders (e.g., project managers) and executes project plans, release plans, and work items

Fulltime

Head of Detection and Response

I’m working with the global CISO of a world leading Hedge Fund in New York looki...

Location

United States , New York City

Salary:

Not provided

Iceberg Cyber Security

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated leadership in high-severity incidents with strong judgement and crisp communication
Technical depth in threat hunting, detection engineering, incident response, forensics, and threat intelligence
Experience building or running monitoring/detection programs (and improving signal quality over time)
Comfortable partnering with compliance and governance while maintaining operational effectiveness
Thoughtful, practical approach to AI in security operations (not buzzword-led
not AI-averse)

Job Responsibility

Lead incident response, threat hunting, detection engineering, and forensics across the organisation
Build and advance internal monitoring and auditing frameworks
Develop and execute a vision for where our SecOps program goes next
Act as a senior escalation point during incidents, communicating clearly with leadership and stakeholders
Drive pragmatic adoption of AI-enabled approaches in detection/response (build vs buy, risks and controls)

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