Cyber Security Detection Engineer
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Location: Abu Dhabi, AE
Company: EDGE Group PJSC
Role Purpose
We are seeking a skilled Cyber Security Detection Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in security detection engineering, with proficiency in Splunk and KQL query writing. This role requires a hands-on approach to simulating threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) in a lab environment based on best practices and the latest threat intelligence research.
Key Accountabilities
- Design, implement, and maintain security detection mechanisms using Splunk and KQL.
- Simulate threat actor TTPs in a lab environment to validate detection capabilities.
- Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to stay updated on emerging threats and best practices.
- Develop and execute detection use cases to identify potential security incidents.
- Analyze security events and alerts to determine severity and potential impact.
- Provide recommendations for improving detection and response strategies.
- Assist in the administration of SIEM platforms, particularly Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel.
Requirements:
- At least 5 years of relevant experience
- Experience in a SOC environment (preferably)
- Proficiency in Splunk and KQL query writing.
- Strong understanding of threat actor TTPs and experience in simulating them in a controlled environment.
- Offensive security knowledge is a plus, with relevant certifications such as OSCP, CPTS, PNPT, ePPT, or ePTX.
- Experience with SIEM administration, particularly with Splunk and Sentinel.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
If you are passionate about cyber security and have the skills to protect our organization from emerging threats, we encourage you to apply.
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