Security Engineer - GCP

A platform that helps small businesses and their accounting and bookkeeping advisors grow and thrive.
Singapore
Security
Hybrid
Enterprise SaaS · Finance

Description For Security Engineer - GCP

Xero, a platform revolutionizing small business accounting and bookkeeping, is seeking a Security Engineer for their GCP infrastructure in Singapore. As part of the Defence pod within Security Operations, you'll focus on strengthening threat detection and security automation. The role involves working with SOAR, SIEM, and EDR tools, primarily using Python. You'll collaborate across time zones with teams in South Africa and ANZ, developing detection logic, managing data pipelines, and driving security innovation. The position offers comprehensive benefits, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to impact millions of small businesses globally. The ideal candidate should have strong GCP experience, Python skills, and security operations knowledge.

Last updated 7 days ago

Responsibilities For Security Engineer - GCP

  • Developing Detection Logic: Crafting advanced queries, rules, and signatures for platforms like the SIEM to detect anomalous or malicious activity
  • Data Pipeline Management: Ensuring log sources are ingested, normalized, and enriched for maximum visibility
  • Automation and Scripting: Building tools and scripts to automate repetitive tasks
  • Prototyping and Innovation: Experimenting with new technologies and machine learning models
  • Continuous Improvement: Iteratively refining detection logic based on attack simulations
  • Threat Research and Intelligence: Staying updated on latest threat actor tactics
  • Incident Support: Collaborating with response teams during investigations
  • Tool Development and Automation: Building scripts, dashboards, and playbooks

Requirements For Security Engineer - GCP

Python
  • Relevant engineering experience building and deploying solutions in Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Experience with Python
  • Experience with SOAR tools
  • Understanding of Security Operations Centre (SOC)

Benefits For Security Engineer - GCP

Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Equity
  • Generous paid leave
  • Dedicated paid leave for physical and mental wellbeing
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life insurance
  • 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers
  • Employee Share Plan
  • Weekly fitness and yoga classes
  • Flexible working
  • Career development

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