Cyber Security Detection Engineer

TL;DR

Cyber Security Detection Engineer (Cybersecurity): Designing and tuning high-fidelity security detections and building automation for a global entertainment platform with an accent on SIEM, EDR, and XDR integration. Focus on operationalizing threat intelligence, developing automated incident response playbooks, and providing surge support for SOC investigations.

Location: Must be based in Australia

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in live entertainment, powering 40,000 shows and selling 500 million tickets annually.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and tune high-fidelity detections across SIEM and XDR platforms.
• Develop automated incident response playbooks and integrate AI to improve response efficiency.
• Evaluate monitoring coverage and engineer new security controls to close identified gaps.
• Collaborate with cyber threat intelligence analysts to translate intelligence into actionable detection logic.
• Provide overflow support for alert triage, investigation, and escalation in a follow-the-sun model.
• Participate in adversary simulation exercises, threat hunts, and vulnerability reviews.

Requirements

• Must be based in Australia
• 5+ years of experience across SOC, detection engineering, incident response, or CTI.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience designing custom detections and security automation.
• Proficiency in at least one query language such as KQL, Splunk SPL, or SQL.
• Working knowledge of threat actor tactics and CTI operationalization.
• Familiarity with cloud and identity platforms like Entra ID, Okta, Azure, AWS, or GCP.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible approach to when and where you work to support work-life balance.
• Access to concerts, events, and other entertainment perks.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits including wellness programs and mental health support.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace culture.