Staff Security Engineer, EMEA
Description For Staff Security Engineer, EMEA
Airbnb, a pioneering force in the global hospitality industry, is seeking a Staff Security Engineer for their EMEA region to join their Threat Detection and Response (TDR) team. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to shape the security landscape of a platform that has facilitated over 2 billion guest arrivals worldwide.
The position sits within the TDR team, which spearheads the company's security detection, incident response, and automation initiatives. As a Staff Security Engineer, you'll be instrumental in defining and executing the vision for threat detection and incident response capabilities, while mentoring team members and delivering world-class security solutions.
Your role will involve leading complex security investigations, developing scalable tools, and serving as an escalation point for critical incidents. You'll design and optimize advanced threat detection systems, leveraging insights from incident response and global intelligence. The position requires strong technical leadership to influence security architecture and foster a culture of security awareness.
The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of technical experience, with 8+ years specifically in incident response and security detection. You'll need to demonstrate expertise in cloud forensics, threat intelligence, and security automation, with proficiency in technologies like Python, AWS, and SQL. The role demands someone who can lead through influence, remain calm under pressure, and excel in cross-functional collaboration.
This remote-friendly position offers the flexibility to work from Germany, Ireland, or the United Kingdom, making it an ideal opportunity for security professionals looking to make a significant impact at a global scale. Join Airbnb to help protect a platform that connects millions of hosts and guests worldwide while working with cutting-edge security technologies and practices.
Responsibilities For Staff Security Engineer, EMEA
- Lead complex security investigations and develop scalable tools
- Mentor team members in forensic analysis and incident response
- Resolve critical incidents and conduct root cause analyses
- Design and optimize advanced threat detection systems
- Define and drive strategy for threat detection and incident response
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams during large-scale incidents
- Represent security in executive discussions
Requirements For Staff Security Engineer, EMEA
- 10+ years of hands-on technical experience in security engineering or related fields
- 8+ years of experience in incident response including host and cloud forensics
- Bachelor's degree in a related technical field or equivalent practical experience
- Ability to lead people in complex, ambiguous situations
- Ability to work calmly and collaboratively in critical situations
- Outstanding organisational, prioritisation, and multitasking skills
- Experience automating security detection and response
- Knowledge of Python, AWS, SQL
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