Overview
Threat Hunter / Threat Detection SpecialistLocation: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid)Contract Duration: 6–12 months, with possible extensionHours: Full-time (40 hours/week)Rate: Competitive & depending on experience
Our client, a global consulting firm, is hiring an experienced Threat Hunting & Threat Detection Specialist to join their growing cyber security practice on a contract basis. The successful candidate will leverage their background in SOC operations and advanced detection engineering to proactively identify, investigate and neutralise threats across enterprise environments.
Responsibilities
Lead proactive threat hunting to uncover malicious activity, anomalous behaviour and emerging threats.
Develop and maintain detection logic, use cases and playbooks within SIEM and threat detection platforms.
Analyze security event data and continuously enhance detection capabilities.
Collaborate with SOC teams to strengthen incident response workflows and knowledge transfer.
Deliver expert advice on threat detection strategy, tooling optimisation and security maturity.
Produce clear documentation, actionable intelligence and present findings to both technical and business stakeholders.
Mentor analysts progressing from SOC roles into advanced detection and hunting functions.
Skillset
3-7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least two years in threat hunting/detection.
Strong background in SOC operations with proven progression into threat hunting and detection engineering.
Experience mentoring SOC analysts or contributing to advanced detection practices.
Extensive Splunk expertise (search queries, dashboards, detection rules, alert optimisation).
Experience with SIEM, EDR, or XDR tools (e.g. Sentinel, QRadar, CrowdStrike, Carbon Black).
Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and adversary TTPs.
Scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash) desirable.
Proven ability to build or enhance detection frameworks.
Relevant certifications advantageous (e.g. GCFA, GCTI, GCDA, Splunk Certified, Security+).
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