Security (SecOps) Engineer at Flow Traders

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, TradingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Risk Management, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and log analytics tools (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, Sentinel, Cortex XSOAR)
  • Proven experience (3+ years) in Security Operations, Security Engineering, or related roles in high-tech or finance environments
  • Hands-on experience with automation/scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) and infrastructure-as-code tools
  • Familiarity with AI/ML applications in cybersecurity (e.g., anomaly detection, behavior analytics) is highly desirable
  • Deep understanding of threat intelligence frameworks and attack techniques (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, threat modeling)
  • Experience working with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerized workloads (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker) from a security perspective
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, with a mindset for continuous improvement and innovation
  • Relevant certifications are a plus (e.g., GCIA, GCTI, GSEC, OSCP, or equivalent)

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and operate next-generation security operations capabilities with a focus on automation, scalability, and intelligence
  • Develop and maintain detection and response pipelines using AI and machine learning, with a goal of minimizing mean time to detect (MTTD) and respond (MTTR)
  • Lead efforts in threat detection engineering, creating advanced detection rules and analytics informed by the latest threat intelligence and adversary tactics (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK)
  • Drive SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation and Response) initiatives, building and maintaining playbooks to automate repetitive tasks and streamline incident response
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders including DevOps, Platform Engineering, and Trading Technology to embed security controls and telemetry across Flow Traders’ environment
  • Conduct threat hunting and adversary emulation exercises to validate and improve detection coverage and incident response readiness
  • Contribute to incident response processes, supporting real-time investigations and post-incident analysis
  • Continuously evaluate and integrate new technologies, tools, and methodologies that advance Flow Traders' threat-informed defense strategy

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AIMachine LearningThreat DetectionMITRE ATT&CKSOARAutomationThreat HuntingAdversary EmulationIncident ResponseSecurity Orchestration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Where is this position located?

The position is based in Amsterdam, where you will join the growing Security team.

What is the salary range for this Security Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and experience are required for this role?

You need a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, 3+ years in Security Operations or Engineering, strong knowledge of SIEM/SOAR/EDR tools like Splunk and Elastic, hands-on experience with automation languages like Python, and familiarity with cloud environments and threat intelligence frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.

What is the company culture like at Flow Traders?

Flow Traders has an entrepreneurial and innovative culture that values quick-witted, creative minds and challenges them to make full use of their capacities.

What makes a strong candidate for this Security Engineer position?

Strong candidates will have 3+ years of proven experience in SecOps or related roles, hands-on skills in automation and security tools, familiarity with AI/ML in cybersecurity, and a mindset for continuous improvement, innovation, and strong analytical/communication skills; relevant certifications like GCIA or GCTI are a plus.

Flow Traders

Global liquidity provider for financial markets

About Flow Traders

Flow Traders is a global liquidity provider that focuses on Exchange Traded Products (ETPs) and is expanding into other asset classes. The company operates in major financial markets across the Americas, APAC, and EMEA regions. It utilizes a proprietary technology platform to set bid and ask prices for thousands of ETP listings and similar financial products, which helps ensure there are enough buyers and sellers in the market, facilitating easier trading for investors. Flow Traders primarily serves institutional clients, such as hedge funds and asset managers, who depend on their efficient trading services. The company earns profits by taking a small margin on a large volume of trades, capitalizing on their advanced technology and market knowledge to maintain a competitive edge. Additionally, Flow Traders is dedicated to corporate social responsibility, aiming to create shared value in economic, social, and environmental aspects.

Amsterdam, NetherlandsHeadquarters
2004Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance coverage
401(k) plan with generous match
In-house lounge with a bar, game consoles, poker & billiards tables
Daily catered lunch, cold brew coffee on tap and a fully stocked kitchen
Weekly table massages and bi-weekly haircuts
Annual company trip and a variety of events throughout the year
Reimbursed gym membership or home equipment and other wellness initiatives
Global rotations between our offices worldwide
Flow Academy for continuous learning and opportunities to attend industry seminars and conferences

Risks

Rising competition from new digital asset exchanges challenges Flow Traders' market position.
Self-custodial trading platforms may reduce reliance on traditional liquidity providers.
Advanced cryptographic protocols could disrupt traditional data-sharing methods in financial markets.

Differentiation

Flow Traders specializes in Exchange Traded Products, expanding into diverse asset classes.
The company uses proprietary technology to provide liquidity in global financial markets.
Flow Traders invests in financial market innovators, enhancing transparency and efficiency.

Upsides

Growing interest in digital asset trading boosts demand for liquidity providers like Flow Traders.
Expansion into emerging technologies aligns with Flow Traders' strategic agenda.
Increased digitization in equity markets enhances market efficiency, benefiting Flow Traders.

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