As a Senior Security Engineer - Detection & Response at Canva in Sydney, AU, you are instrumental in redefining how the world experiences design by safeguarding our platforms and users. This critical role entails designing, implementing, and optimizing our detection and response capabilities, ensuring the security and integrity of our cloud-native infrastructure. By joining our team, you contribute to the company's and industry's success by protecting against evolving cyber threats, maintaining the trust of our global user base, and driving the adoption of innovative design solutions. With the scope of this position spanning across security operations, threat hunting, and incident response, you have the potential to significantly impact our security posture and advance your career in a rapidly growing company.

Your day-to-day responsibilities include leading the development of our security monitoring and incident response capabilities, leveraging tools like Splunk to analyze security event data and identify potential threats. Key responsibilities encompass:

• Designing and implementing detection rules and alerts to identify security threats in real-time


• Conducting threat hunting activities to proactively identify and mitigate potential security risks


• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to respond to security incidents and minimize their impact


• Developing and maintaining documentation of security procedures and playbooks


• Staying up-to-date with emerging threats and vulnerabilities, and applying this knowledge to improve our security controls


• Mentoring junior team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in security operations and incident response


• Participating in the development of the security team's roadmap and strategy, ensuring alignment with company goals and industry best practices. You will be working closely with our security, engineering, and product teams, reporting to the Security Engineering Manager, and contributing to a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

By joining Canva as a Senior Security Engineer - Detection & Response, you become part of a dynamic, design-driven company that values creativity, simplicity, and user experience. You will be part of a talented team of security professionals who are passionate about protecting users and driving the evolution of cloud