Senior Threat Hunter at Sky

Position Senior Threat Hunter
Posted 30 Jun 2026
Expired 30 Jul 2026
Company Sky
Location London | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

Latest job information from Sky for the position of Senior Threat Hunter. If the Senior Threat Hunter vacancy in London matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

Please note that applying for a job may not always be easy, as new candidates must meet certain qualifications and requirements set by the company. We hope the career opportunity at Sky for the position of Senior Threat Hunter below matches your qualifications.

We don’t just believe in better. We make it happen.  

Better content. Better products. And better careers.  

Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, Sky Stream to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. 


Role overview

Our products, platforms and technologies are constantly evolving that’s why keeping Sky safe from cyber-attacks is one of our top priorities. Our Cyber Security team helps the business grow while protecting our customers, colleagues and partners from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Our team includes Cyber Fusion Centre, Security Services, Risk and Compliance, Programme Delivery and Business Security, and we work across the UK, Italy and Germany. Join us and you’ll get involved in tackling challenges and future threats in an ever-changing cyber landscape.

You will join our comprehensive Cyber Defence Department as a senior member of the dedicated Threat Hunt team. You will operate within a robust security ecosystem, partnering directly with Cyber Operations, Threat Intelligence, Engineering, and Threat Vulnerability Management.

What you’ll do :

  • Conduct proactive threat hunts across the enterprise, broadcast, and telco networks to identify abnormal activity, emerging attack techniques, and advanced threats.
  • ·Develop and execute hypothesis-driven threat hunts utilising datasets across a variety of security tooling, including EDR, SIEM, and network-layer defences.
  • ·Collaborate directly with the Cyber Threat Intelligence team to operationalise intelligence, maintaining and refining hunting playbooks for priority threat actors and relevant TTPs.
  • Partner with security engineering teams to translate hunt findings into productionised, high-fidelity detections and drive continuous improvement in data source coverage and quality.
  • Act as a technical mentor within the Cyber Defence function, guiding junior analysts, conducting peer reviews, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Document and communicate hunt outcomes comprehensively, translating complex technical findings into actionable remediation strategies and executive-level summaries.

What you’ll bring :

Essential Criteria

  • Extensive prior experience in threat hunting at a large enterprise environment.
  • Experience with incident response, SOC, or detection engineering.
  • Deep understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework and how to practically apply it to threat hunting methodologies and detection logic.
  • ·Proficiency in complex query writing (e.g., KQL, SPL, SQL) to filter, analyse, and visualise large, disparate datasets.
  • Hands-on experience with EDR, NDR, SIEM, SOAR security platforms and data analysis platforms such as Databricks.
  • Strong investigative acumen combined with a curious, highly analytical mindset capable of navigating ambiguity.
  • ·Proven ability to work cross-functionally, bridging the gap between security and broader technology teams to demonstrably improve the overall security posture.

Desirable skills and experience:

  • Scripting and automation capabilities, particularly utilising Python, PySpark, and SQL to streamline analytical workflows.
  • Experience navigating cloud-native security environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) alongside familiarity with the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
  • Advanced knowledge of offensive security methodologies, including common exploit chains, reverse engineering basics, or penetration testing techniques.
  • Relevant industry certifications demonstrating specialised knowledge in threat hunting, incident response, or forensics (e.g., SANS GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, OSCP).

Benefits and perks  

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks. Here’s a taster:   

  • Free Sky TV or NOW package, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema    
  • Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution  
  • Private healthcare with mental health support   
  • Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance   
  • Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect   
  • Sharesave and Tech schemes   
  • A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences  

How you’ll work
Osterley

The hybrid working expectations for this role are 2 days in the office per week.

Our Sky Group HQ. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and workspaces, there’s plenty of space to see your big ideas come to life. Here you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants and cafes. You can re-energise at our gym, catch the latest films at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

Our Osterley Campus is just a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station, or you can get one of our free shuttle buses from Osterley, Gunnersbury and Ealing Broadway stations. Plus, there’s free onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.

Who we are  

We’re Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you’ll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society. 

  

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can.  

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.   


To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position.


 To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media.  

Job Info:

  • Company: Sky
  • Position: Senior Threat Hunter
  • Work Location: London
  • Country: GB

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