Detection Engineer
We share your passion for cyber security - welcome home!
Are you ready to dive into the world of cybersecurity with a dynamic and impactful role? Join our passionate Security Operations Center (SOC)!
The role in short
As a Detection Engineer, your primary responsibility will be developing and implementing advanced detection capabilities to bolster our clients' security defenses, for example by creating both logic-based and more sophisticated ML-based detection rules for Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Extended detection and response (XDR) products. Furthermore, you will participate in developing innovative tools and automated solutions to enhance the effectiveness of our SOC operations.
What we're looking for
We are seeking a talented individual with previous experience working with security tools such as Microsoft Sentinel and XDR, Splunk, or similar technologies,. Your experience is complemented by proficient skills in programming and query languages (e.g. Python and/or KQL). And of course, a genuine passion for the cybersecurity field and an eagerness to learn are essential. While seniority and experience are valued, we’re prepared to guide you in your journey to become a cybersecurity expert. We recognize your potential in specific areas that align with your expertise and contribute significantly to the team's success.
You have the following:
- Experience with SIEM and XDR technologies such as Microsoft security stack. Experience with other similar SIEM and/or XDR systems is appreciated too.
- Exposure to data engineering concepts (e.g. data collection, data lakes, ETLs, ML Ops, etc.) is appreciated.
- Experience with at least one scripting and programming language (e.g. Python or Powershell) and/or experience in writing queries with a query language (e.g. KQL).
- Genuine Passion for Cybersecurity: While previous experience in cybersecurity is not mandatory, the candidate must demonstrate a genuine passion for the field and a strong interest in staying up-to-date with the latest trends and emerging threats.
- Innovative Problem-Solving Skills, Adaptability and Collaboration is appreciated
- Fluent skills in English
Be one of us
As Nixuans, we are passionate about cyber security and encourage you to excel professionally. Through certification, knowledge sharing or doing more demanding cases. Our life is not only about work, we also like having fun and sharing hobbies with colleagues. If you are into floorball, golf, music, or anything else, we support Nixuans to have hobbies with coworkers in our Hobby Clubs.
In 2023, Nixu was acquired by DNV, an independent expert in assurance and risk management operating in more than 100 countries. The merge will create one of Europe’s fastest-growing cyber security services businesses. This brings more opportunities for our consultants to hone their skills in cybersecurity. If you are a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in cybersecurity, we are the place for you.
With us, you will have a proper way to impact our work and decisions. You will join a company that prioritizes employee development and growth. At Nixu, we seek you who like and thrive in an expanding organization. Our work impacts the society that we live in, and you can be a crucial person in that.
If you're ready to develop, inspire, and make a difference in the world of cybersecurity, we invite you to join our team and embark on an exciting and rewarding journey with us. Take the next step in your career and become our new Senior Detection Engineer!
Apply now!
We are excited to connect with you, so please apply today!
Need more information?
If you have any questions regarding this position, please reach out to the hiring manager Antti Pettinen (SOC Solutions and Development Manager), antti.pettinen[at]nixu.com
A security background check will be a part of the recruitment process.
- Business unit
- SOC Systems & Development
- Locations
- Espoo
- Remote status
- Hybrid Remote
- Employment type
- Full-time
Espoo
About Nixu
Nixu, a DNV company, is a trusted cyber security services partner that has been shaping the future through cyber security for over three decades. We help our customers ensure business resilience with peace of mind, enabled by some of the best cyber security professionals in Europe.
DNV is an independent assurance and risk management provider, operating in more than 100 countries, with the purpose of safeguarding life, property, and the environment. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we help seize opportunities and tackle the risks arising from global transformations. We use our broad experience and deep expertise to advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry standards, and inspire and invent solutions.
DNV, Nixu, and Applied Risk – an industrial cyber security specialist acquired by DNV in 2021 – are joining forces to create a leading cyber security services business. Together, we will be known as DNV Cyber. A 500-strong expert team will safeguard demanding IT and industrial control system environments and build business resilience across multiple industries.
Detection Engineer
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