Senior Threat Detection Specialist

Senior Threat Detection Specialist Join to apply for the Senior Threat Detection Specialist role at QBE Europe. Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee Location: London Flexible working: Happy to talk flexible working The Opportunity As we focus on transformation across the organisation, we’re also investing in our cyber security capabilities to keep our people, data, and customers safe. That’s why we’re building a new Detection Engineering function—and we’re looking for a talented and driven Threat Detection Senior Specialist to help us lead the way. In this key role, you’ll support the GSOC Manager in shaping the future of detection engineering, developing the strategy, and designing detection capabilities that protect our global environment. Your new role Lead the coordination and operation of the internal detection engineering function. Design and implement cyber detection rules and use cases to identify threats across our IT infrastructure. Identify and log visibility gaps, working to improve detection coverage and accuracy. Build and tune custom detection logic for complex environments and emerging threats. Monitor evolving attacker tactics (TTPs), integrating insights into detection and prevention strategies. Collaborate across Cyber Security, Engineering, and Global IT teams to enhance security posture and incident response. About You Strong experience across both offensive and defensive cyber security disciplines. Deep understanding of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), with expertise in the MITRE ATT&CK Framework. Hands‑on technical knowledge in cyber detection engineering, security tools, and infrastructure. Skilled in Detection‑as‑Code and experienced with SIEM query languages. Confident communicator with experience working alongside global technical teams and senior stakeholders. Proactive, collaborative, and driven by curiosity and continuous improvement. At My Best – QBE Benefits 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days. Flexible working – balancing work and life is important; opportunities include part‑time, job share, and compressed hours. Pension – automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, with employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary. Private medical insurance – fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all your family. Family friendly policies – 26 weeks leave at full pay, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent. Short term remote work abroad – request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad. Sustainable investing – support for net‑zero goal, investing more in green businesses. Cycle‑to‑Work – benefit from regular exercise while making your commute greener; bikes and accessories up to £5,000. Equal Employment Opportunity QBE is an equal opportunity employer and complies with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates. What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE’s vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply Simply click the “apply” button to submit your CV and other relevant documents. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out if you meet the requirements of the role. We believe this is our moment – what if it was yours too? APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen Skills Analytical Thinking Communication Critical Thinking Customer Service Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Risk Management Cyber Threat Hunting Financial Systems Information Security Management Intentional collaboration Managing performance Security Monitoring Stakeholder Management Threat Mitigation #J-18808-Ljbffr