Role Overview
As a Senior Detect & Respond Analyst, you will be responsible for protecting critical digital and industrial systems by detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats. You'll lead investigations from initial alert to resolution, ensuring rapid containment and minimal business disruption across global IT and OT networks.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full-lifecycle incident response, including detection, triage, containment, eradication, and post-incident analysis
- Investigate real-time security events across IT and industrial control environments using SIEM, EDR, and network telemetry tools
- Conduct forensic analysis, threat hunting, and root cause investigations to prevent future intrusions
- Collaborate with threat intelligence, security engineering, and automation teams to improve detection logic and response playbooks
- Evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and recommend improvements
- Develop and refine standard operating procedures, detection rules, and response workflows
- Communicate incident status and impact clearly to both technical teams and leadership
- Support tabletop exercises, wargaming, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to ensure 24/7 readiness during critical events
Qualifications
You bring proven experience in cybersecurity operations, with a strong foundation in incident detection and response. Your background includes working with SIEM platforms, endpoint protection, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and network monitoring systems. You are skilled in analyzing complex data to identify attack patterns and system anomalies.
Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure), scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash), and operating system internals (Windows, Linux) is essential. You remain effective under pressure, manage concurrent investigations, and coordinate across technical teams. A willingness to support after-hours response activities is required.
Preferred Background
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
- Industry certifications such as SANS, GCIH, GCIA, or GCFA are advantageous
- Direct experience in OT security, including ICS and SCADA environments, is highly valued
- Technical expertise in areas such as penetration testing, red teaming, digital forensics, threat hunting, or network security engineering
Work Environment
This is a hybrid role based in the Netherlands, with flexible working hours and options for remote or mobile work. You will operate in a global, collaborative setting with access to advanced security technologies and continuous learning opportunities.
Company Values
You’ll work in a culture built on honesty, integrity, and mutual respect. The organization is committed to diversity, inclusion, and the energy transition, fostering an environment where individuals grow through global collaboration and continuous development. Career progression is supported through international opportunities and tailored training programs.
Compensation & Benefits
The role offers a competitive starting salary with annual performance-based increases. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, paid parental leave, and access to extensive professional development resources. The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
