Senior Threat Detection Engineer (Cyber Security)
Centrica Stockport, England, United Kingdom
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Join us, be part of more. We’re more than an energy company; we’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We’re energisers, a team of 21,000 colleagues energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels. We are committed to positive change in our communities. Here, you’ll find purpose, passion, and potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently—we make, store, move, sell, and mend it.
Join Centrica's IT Security Team as a Senior Threat Detection Engineer! Are you ready to contribute to the UK's energy transformation? We are seeking a passionate and skilled Senior Threat Detection Engineer (Cyber Security) to develop, automate, and improve detection capabilities to identify and respond to security threats effectively.
Location: Remote working with occasional travel to Windsor.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Implement and manage the Detection Engineering framework across our infrastructure.
2. Develop and maintain scalable, effective detection capabilities.
3. Continuously assess and improve detection logic and use cases.
4. Automate workflows using GitOps and CI/CD principles.
5. Build and optimize security playbooks for detection, threat hunting, and incident response.
6. Enhance threat detection and response capabilities, including Azure Logic Apps.
7. Collaborate with security analysts and stakeholders to address incident response gaps.
8. Stay updated on threat intelligence, trends, TTPs, and vulnerabilities.
Skills Required:
* Experience with detection rules (KQL) and frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
* Proficiency in PowerShell, Python, or Go for security use cases.
* Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet).
* Strong understanding of Azure and AWS cloud platforms.
* Familiarity with GitOps and CI/CD workflows.
* Experience with security automation platforms (SOAR) and orchestration playbooks.
* Background in Security Operations and Incident Response.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not essential; relevant experience considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
Why Join Us?
Support sustainable energy solutions and impactful projects. Your contributions will make a real difference!
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and bonus.
* Car allowance.
* Employee Energy Allowance at 15% of the government price cap.
* Pension scheme.
* Company-funded healthcare.
* 25 days holiday plus public holidays, with options to buy additional days.
* Flexible benefits like vouchers, electric car schemes, and travel insurance.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help shape the future of energy!
Why should you apply?
We’re a people-focused organization supporting diverse realities. Our rewards are flexible to meet your needs, supporting you physically, emotionally, and financially. Discover more about why we’re a great place to work: https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centrica
If you’re energetic, passionate about sustainability, and eager to grow, join us to find your purpose where your voice matters and your ambitions are our priorities.
Help us, help you. Share your information throughout our recruitment process to help us understand and support your journey.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting
* Information Services
* Software Development
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