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Darktrace

Detection Engineer - Health

On site

Cambridge, United kingdom

Full Time

06-02-2026

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Python GitLab Networking Architecture Cloud Architecture

Job Specifications

Darktrace is a global leader in AI for cybersecurity that keeps organizations ahead of the changing threat landscape every day. Founded in 2013, Darktrace provides the essential cybersecurity platform protecting nearly 10,000 organizations from unknown threats using its proprietary AI.

The Darktrace Active AI Security Platform™ delivers a proactive approach to cyber resilience to secure the business across the entire digital estate – from network to cloud to email. Breakthrough innovations from our R&D teams have resulted in over 200 patent applications filed. Darktrace’s platform and services are supported by over 2,400 employees around the world. To learn more, visit http://www.darktrace.com.

Job Description:

The Darktrace Active AI Security Platform™ delivers a proactive approach to cyber resilience to secure the business across the entire digital estate from network to cloud to email. Breakthrough innovations from our R&D teams have resulted in over 200 patent applications filed.

What will I be doing:

As a Detection Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the continuous development of our health alert model desk. You will collaborate with various internal teams to continually improve the products reaction to suboptimal configurations and operational errors. Additionally, you will be expected to:

Prioritize time-sensitive and high-priority issues,
The ability to work independently and proactively,
Develop and enhance internal tooling and processes,
Collaborate with various stakeholders within Darktrace, including Development,
Solutions Engineering, and Support teams.

This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of 2 days per week in either the Cambridge or London office.

What experience do I need:

On a technical level, you will ideally have some of the following experience:

A technical educational background or have experience working as a Network, Cloud, OT or SOC Engineer (or similar role),
Basic knowledge of computer networking protocols, LAN and WAN, cyber security principles, and the OSI reference model,
Some understanding of network and cloud architecture design, configuration principles, and best practices,
Proficiency with Python, GitLab and Regex.

Additionally, it would be helpful if you had experience in implementing Darktrace sensors and software modules into various environments (including cloud, email, and OT) as well as experience with Darktrace deployment options, integrations, and response enablement and tuning (custom routes, firewall integrations, email) although this is not a requirement for the role.

Benefits:

23 days’ holiday + all public holidays, rising to 25 days after 2 years of service,
Additional day off for your birthday,
Private medical insurance which covers you, your cohabiting partner and children,
Life insurance of 4 times your base salary,
Salary sacrifice pension scheme,
Enhanced family leave,
Confidential Employee Assistance Program,
Cycle to work scheme.

About the Company

Darktrace is a global leader in cybersecurity AI, providing the essential cybersecurity platform to secure organizations today and for an ever-changing future. Darktrace AI learns from each business's unique data in real time, detecting threats and intervening against attacks with precision and speed. We are a diverse and inclusive team of over 2,400 employees, each playing a crucial role in protecting nearly 10,000 organizations and communities worldwide from known, unknown, and novel cyber-threats. Know more