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Sanderson

Cyber Security Threat Hunter

Hybrid

Peterborough, United kingdom

£ 85,000 /year

Junior

Full Time

15-01-2026

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Skills

Python PowerShell Wireshark Splunk Problem-solving Linux Operating Systems Windows

Job Specifications

Cyber Security Threat Hunter

Peterborough / Hybrid Working

£75,000 - £85,000 + benefits

Fantastic new permanent opportunity for an experienced Security Engineer with strong Threat Engineering / Hunting experience required to join this specialist financial services business to help them deliver a range of proactive threat hunting cyber security projects.

As a specialist Threat Hunter you will be responsible for proactively searching for and identifying threat actors that have evaded traditional security defences. This role requires a deep understanding of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), MITRE ATT&CK Framework, cyber kill chain as well as the ability to analyse large datasets to uncover hidden threats. The ideal candidate will be a creative and analytical problem-solver who can work independently and as part of a team to enhance their security posture.

Skills Required:

A strong proven background within Cyber Security engineering and at least 2-3 years’ experience dedicated to Threat Hunting, Threat Intelligence and Threat Modelling.
Proven experience in a SOC, CIRT, or similar security operations environment.
Deep understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS), and common enterprise applications.
Expertise in analysing network traffic (e.g., packet analysis with Wireshark).
Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne) and threat intelligence platforms.
Strong scripting skills in at least one language (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
Solid understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework and its application in threat hunting.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
Ability to think like an adversary and anticipate their next moves.
Strong understanding of forensic analysis principles.
Desired Certifications (one or more is a plus)
GIAC Certified Threat Hunter (GCTH)
GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM)
Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

About the Company

We are a global recruitment solutions company with four decades of experience. The idea of partnership is at the heart of everything we do at Sanderson. Working with clients and candidates alike, we deliver permanent or contract hires, executive search assignments, fully outsourced recruitment solutions, including RPO and MSP and deploy high-performing project teams. We strive to deliver with personality and a passion for service excellence. Our services are built on collaboration, understanding and flexibility. Our breadt... Know more