Senior Security Engineer - Detection & Response

CanvaSydney, AU
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Posted on: 27 Jul 2026

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As a Senior Security Engineer - Detection & Response at Canva, you are redefining the boundaries of design and security, ensuring the integrity of our platform and safeguarding our users' creative expressions. This critical role entails developing, implementing, and continuously improving our detection and response capabilities, leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Kubernetes, Amazon Web Services, and anomaly detection to stay ahead of emerging threats. By joining our team in Sydney, AU, you are contributing to the success of a global design leader, empowering millions of users to unlock their full creative potential. With the scope of this position spanning across multiple teams and functions, you have the opportunity to drive meaningful impact, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and advance your career in a rapidly growing company.

Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing and deploying threat detection systems, developing incident response plans, and collaborating with our engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of security measures. Key responsibilities encompass:
  • Developing and refining anomaly detection models to identify potential security threats

  • Designing and implementing scalable security architectures using Kubernetes and Amazon Web Services

  • Collaborating with our engineering teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle

  • Developing and maintaining incident response plans and playbooks

  • Providing expert guidance on security best practices and compliance

  • Participating in security audits and risk assessments to identify areas for improvement

  • Collaborating with our threat intelligence team to stay up-to-date on emerging threats and trends. As a Senior Security Engineer - Detection & Response, you are working closely with our security, engineering, and product teams, reporting to our Head of Security, and driving the development of our security capabilities.



By joining Canva, you are becoming part of a vibrant, collaborative community that values creativity, innovation, and growth. Our company culture is built on the principles of empathy, inclusivity, and empowerment, and we are committed to fostering a work environment that allows you to thrive. As a Senior Security Engineer - Detection & Response, you have access to career development opportunities, industry-leading

Job Overview

Salary:
Not disclosed
JOB TYPE:
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Experience:
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Job Location:
Sydney, AU
Job Level:
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Education:
Graduation