Threat Detection Engineer - Hybrid / Remote

Join a well-established biotech company using large-scale genetic data and AI to predict disease risk and advance precision healthcare.

We're looking for a Threat Detection Engineer who thrives on innovation and technical ownership.

This role is not a traditional SOC position, you'll focus on building high-impact detection capabilities, shaping how security protects sensitive genomic and AI-driven data at scale.

This role offers hybrid / remote working options, a salary range of £60,000 - £80,000 and benefits.

Why This Role is Exciting

? High autonomy: Lead projects from idea to deployment
? Innovation-driven: Develop cutting-edge detections beyond standard SIEM rules
? Collaborative: Work closely with internal teams and an outsourced SOC partner
? Mission-focused: Protect critical healthcare data that supports precision medicine


Key Responsibilities

? Design and develop threat-led detections using threat intelligence and threat-hunting outputs
? Create novel analytic techniques for incident detection
? Collaborate with an MSP SOC to maintain and tune the detection catalogue
? Build automated reporting dashboards using Microsoft Sentinel workbooks
? Support security initiatives including ISO 27001 activities and KQL-based tasks
? Ensure monitoring coverage across cloud platforms, SaaS apps, and internal systems
? Contribute to documentation of processes, tools, and detection logic


What You'll Bring

Must-Have Skills & Experience:

? Previously worked as a Threat Detection Engineer or in a similar role.
? Strong proficiency in KQL and hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel
? Familiarity with Microsoft Defender tools (Endpoint & O365)
? Exposure to Azure cloud logging and Kubernetes environments
? Knowledge of attacker TTPs and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks
? Proactive, collaborative, and innovative mindset


Desirable / Nice-to-Have:

? Experience with Python, Terraform, or CI/CD pipelines
? Familiarity