Security Incident Response Specialist - Banking & Finance

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Darmstadt; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading financial institution is seeking a dedicated Security Incident Response Specialist to join their cybersecurity team in Frankfurt. This role involves leading incident responses, developing training, and enhancing security measures, providing a significant opportunity to shape cybersecurity practices. Candidates should have a strong educational background, relevant certifications, and proven experience in incident response.

Leistungen

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive work environment

Cutting-edge technology

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in an incident response role.
• Relevant professional certifications preferred (CISSP, GCIH, CISM).
• Extensive knowledge of incident response protocols and cybersecurity frameworks.

Aufgaben

• Lead the response to cybersecurity incidents, minimizing impact.
• Collaborate with teams to prepare and respond to incidents.
• Implement and manage security tools for detecting malicious activity.

Kenntnisse

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security

Tools

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

Jobbeschreibung

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? Join a leading financial institution with around 6,100 employees and total assets of 167 billion euros, operating across 18 locations in Germany and abroad. The esteemed organisation supply savings banks with high-quality, innovative financial products and services, serving as the central bank for institutions in Hesse, Thuringia, North Rhine-Westphalia, and Brandenburg, and acting as a strong partner for 40 percent of all German savings banks.

They are looking for a dedicated and experienced Security Incident Response Specialist to join the cybersecurity team in Frankfurt. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity—apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the response to cybersecurity incidents, including identification, investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery, while minimizing the impact on business operations.
• Maintain and update our incident response plan and playbooks, tailoring procedures to the evolving security landscape.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare for and respond to security incidents, ensuring efficient communication and coordination.
• Conduct thorough analyses of security incidents and provide detailed reports on findings, outcomes, and recommendations for future prevention.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, such as law enforcement and other incident response organizations, when required.
• Implement and manage security tools and technologies to detect and prevent malicious activity.
• Develop and lead training sessions for staff to raise awareness about security best practices and the importance of incident detection and response.
• Continuously monitor the organization's networks for security breaches, using advanced forensics tools to trace the root cause of any incidents.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures and recommend enhancements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Relevant professional certifications (CISSP, GCIH, CISM, etc.) are highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an incident response role or related cybersecurity position.
• Extensive knowledge of incident response protocols, cybersecurity frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and other security technologies.
• Solid understanding of network protocols, encryption, authentication, and authorization methods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle high-pressure situations.
• Excellent communication skills in both German and English, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to a non-technical audience.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Cutting-edge technology and resources.

Salary:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.