Principal ICT Security Operations Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Serve as the primary resource for all first-line information security issues.

• Collaborate with an external Security Operations Center (SOC) to manage anomaly detection.

• Evaluate and analyze incidents.

• Facilitate the response to cyber incidents.

• Supervise vulnerability remediation and patch management activities.

• Oversee and operationally manage security tools including SIEM, EDR, DLP, and VPN/SASE/CASB.

• Ensure security-related configurations are maintained for endpoints, firewalls, and networks.

• Independently administer the Digital Operational Resilience Testing program.

• Coordinate penetration testing and security audits.

• Assist in developing security measures informed by threat modeling, threat intelligence, and regulatory requirements.

• Aid the CISO in training and security awareness initiatives.

• Support project and change management efforts for the implementation and advancement of ICT systems and applications.

⛳️ Requirements

• A completed degree or vocational training in ICT or a related discipline.

• Over 5 years of professional experience in the field of cybersecurity.

• Preferably possess experience in a regulated market, blockchain/DLT environment, or the banking/FinTech sector.

• Extensive knowledge and practical experience with SIEM, EDR, DLP, and VPN/SASE.

• Familiarity with security practices in AWS cloud environments and SaaS applications.

• Demonstrated success in collaborating with an external Security Operations Center (SOC).

• A strategic outlook paired with a robust hands-on approach.

• A structured and independent work style.

• Exceptional communication skills, capable of conveying complex concepts to non-technical colleagues.

• Fluent in English at a business level.

• Proficient in German.

🏝️ Benefits

• Options for full-time or part-time employment.

• Permanent position.

• Regular coaching and opportunities for professional growth.

• Flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in Germany or from the central office located in Frankfurt.

• The autonomy to take ownership and responsibility for your work.

• The chance to shape team culture and influence product development.

• Opportunities for international and cross-border collaboration.