Cyber Detection Engineering Lead (dfm)

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In order to support our Digital Security Team Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a

To support our Digital Security Team Airbus Defence and Space division is seeking a highly skilled Leader Role for Detection Engineer (d/f/m). This is a critical high-impact role designed to actively protect our entire organization and our world-class products.

This is a technical hands-on position that sits at the heart of our defense strategy. You will not simply respond to alerts; you will be the architect of our detection ecosystemtransforming threat intelligence into high-fidelity detection logic and bridging the gap between raw telemetry and actionable security intelligence.

Our site is just a stones throw away from Munich the beautiful capital of Bavaria. You are into sports and other outdoor activities The Alps and Lake Starnberg are within an hours reach offering a multitude of recreational options. Possible work locations include Manching Taufkirchen/Ottobrunn Immenstaad am Bodensee and Ulm.

• Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits such as company pension schemes mobility offers (e.g. bike leasing) or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.

• Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime) mobile working part-time options job sharing and sabbatical opportunities.

• Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international group-wide career perspectives.

• Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses preventive care etc.) canteen and cafeteria and local childcare facilities at selected locations.

• Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities where exchange mutual support and inclusion are part of our DNA.

• Lead Detection Strategy: Define the long-term vision for detection engineering aligning technical roadmaps with organizational risk profiles while standardizing the development lifecycle.

• Engine & Rule Lifecycle Management: Architect develop maintain and optimize high-fidelity detection rules for the SOC while expanding framework coverage against MITRE ATT&CK and Sigma standards.

• Threat Intelligence Translation: Analyze Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) and translate complex TTPs into proactive resilient detection logic.

• Automation & Orchestration: Drive Detection-as-Code initiatives and engineer automated response playbooks to streamline incident response and minimize manual intervention.

• Technical Mentorship & Escalation: Act as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues mentoring junior detection engineers and SOC analysts.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Incident Response and SOC teams to ensure deployment of context-rich detections that enable rapid threat containment.

• Degree in Computer Science Cybersecurity Information Technology or equivalent practical experience.

• Proven track record in developing use cases and detection logic within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment including leadership or mentorship experience.

• Strong proficiency in Python and hands-on experience with automation frameworks to streamline operations.

• Deep technical expertise in Windows and Linux operating systems including OS internals system logging and telemetry analysis.

• Practical background in Red Teaming Penetration Testing or an offensive mindset to anticipate attacker methodologies.

• Advanced expertise with the MITRE ATT&CK framework and Detection-as-Code concepts.

• Strong communication skills with an empathetic collaborative approach to leading cross-functional teams and technical initiatives.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.

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