Threat Detection Engineer (KQL, SPL, Python/PowerShell, Microsoft Security) - Permanent

Threat Detection Engineer (KQL, SPL, Python/PowerShell, Microsoft Security) - Permanent Location: LondonJob Type: Permanent A leading global financial services organisation is looking for a Threat Detection Engineer to help transform its Security Operations capability. You''ll be responsible for threat hunting, detection engineering, security automation and incident response, developing high-quality detections to protect a large enterprise environment. Key Responsibilities Proactive threat hunting across multiple data sources. Build and optimise detections using KQL, SPL and SQL. Develop automated detection and response playbooks. Lead technical security investigations and incident response. Improve monitoring capabilities and security operations. Work closely with infrastructure and technology teams to strengthen cyber resilience. Required Skills 3+ years in Threat Detection, Security Engineering or SOC. Strong threat hunting and detection engineering experience. Experience with KQL, SPL or SQL. Scripting with PowerShell and/or Python. Experience with OSINT and malicious email analysis. Knowledge of enterprise security technologies across endpoint, identity, network and cloud. Strong Microsoft infrastructure knowledge including Active Directory, Entra ID, Intune, Microsoft 365, Windows and Linux. Security certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, Security+, CEH, GCIA or GCIH are advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing security team working with ..... full job details .....