As a Senior Security Detection and Monitoring Engineer at Adyen in Amsterdam, you will join the security team to enhance detection capabilities across the company’s ecosystem. Your role involves developing complex detection logic using Python within an in-house monitoring tool, automating manual tasks, and responding to security incidents alongside other teams like product and development. You’ll need 4+ years of experience in areas such as intrusion detection or threat response, proficiency in multiple security domains including OS, container, network, and cloud security, and strong Python skills for translating complex logic into code. This role demands a builder mindset with the ability to script and automate tasks efficiently while maintaining up-to-date knowledge on attacker techniques.
Develop complex detection logic in Python for emerging threats.
Build new solutions to detect, hunt, and respond to security threats.
Operate and enhance Adyen’s in-house security event monitoring tool.
Automate tasks to save colleagues’ time and reduce cognitive load.
Maintain knowledge of attacker tools, techniques, and procedures.
Execute state-of-the-art initiatives to stay ahead in the market.
What we're looking for
4+ years of experience in intrusion detection, detection engineering, threat detection, or incident response.
Proficient in at least two areas: OS security (Linux/MacOS), container security, network security, SaaS/IaaS security.
Strong Python development skills for creating complex detection logic and automating tasks.
Ability to maintain knowledge of attacker tools, techniques, and procedures.
Experience building and owning security monitoring tooling and participating in on-call rotations.
Proven track record of pioneering solutions in uncharted territory within a security context.
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About Ayden
Adyen is a global payments platform that provides end-to-end payment processing, merchant acquiring, and issuing solutions to large global companies, enabling them to accept payments anywhere in the world. Industry: Payments Technology & Financial Services
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