Senior Threat Detection Engineer

About the role

We're the world's leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value - across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we're proud to support the global economy. We're unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value - a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We're always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions. For nearly five decades, we've been a trusted partner to the global financial ecosystem, constantly evolving to meet new challenges. We innovate with purpose, test to perfection, and implement with speed, ensuring we remain ahead in an ever-changing landscape. As the world becomes more connected, our mission to enable secure and seamless financial flows has never been more exciting-or more vital. Now, Swift's Cyber Threat Management team is looking for a passionate and forward-thinking Senior Cyber Threat Detection Engineer to join our team. This isn't just a job-it's an opportunity to be at the forefront of cybersecurity, protecting the infrastructure that underpins global finance. You'll work as part of a specialized team, using cutting-edge SIEM and EDR/XDR tools to strengthen our defenses and stay ahead of emerging threats. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, implementing innovative threat detection strategies, and making a real-world impact, this role is your chance to shine. Join us, and be part of a team that's not only shaping the future of cybersecurity but also safeguarding the systems the world depends on. Hiring Requirements

Responsibilities

• In this role, you will:
• Be a key contributor to a team of cybersecurity professionals dedicated to developing and implementing advanced threat detection systems.
• Optimize and maintain SIEM solutions for both on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring potential threats are identified and mitigated effectively.
• Play a key role in shaping a comprehensive threat detection strategy aligned with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Implement and enhance SIEM and EDR/XDR tools to enable real-time identification and response to security incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate threat detection solutions into existing systems and processes.
• Partner with the intelligence team to incorporate regular assessments of our threat landscape, refining detection strategies to counter emerging risks.
• Regularly review and enhance security protocols, providing expert guidance to the organization on cybersecurity matters.
• Develop and maintain thorough documentation for security systems and procedures to support operational excellence.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously elevate our threat detection capabilities.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development, embracing new challenges and growth opportunities.
• What Will Make You Successful
• We are looking for professionals with:
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity or a related field.
• A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years working hands-on with SIEM technologies across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Expertise in EDR/XDR tooling and a solid understanding of threat detection methodologies.
• Experience with UEBA, machine learning and AI in threat detection.
• Strong understanding of threat modeling, CI/CD pipelines and data engineering.
• A strong desire to expand and deepen your cybersecurity knowledge continuously.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities.
• Experience with mentoring the Junior and Medior Level Engineers
• Relevant certifications such as GIAC, MAD20 or similar (highly desirable).
• A proven track record of taking ownership, delivering results, demonstrating operational excellence, and effectively engaging with stakeholders.
• A mindset that values emotional intelligence, adaptability, and a commitment to professional growth.

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