Cybersecurity Engineer

IE University; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IE University is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to join its IT Department in Madrid. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping cybersecurity strategies, managing security initiatives, and ensuring the integrity of IT systems. This position requires proactive leadership in identifying risks, implementing best practices, and conducting security audits, making it perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in an innovative educational environment.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles.
• Strong knowledge of network security and security technologies.
• High level of English and Spanish proficiency.

Responsabilidades

• Contribute to cybersecurity strategy development and execution.
• Lead identification and mitigation of cybersecurity risks.
• Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments.

Conocimientos

Network security

Firewalls

Incident response

Problem-solving

Automation

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Herramientas

SIEM

EDR

NDR

XDR

Cloud security

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE'sIT Departmentis looking for a Cybersecurity Engineerto join its team!

The Information Technology team is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer to support the organization's security strategy, working closely with the Head of Cybersecurity. This role will play a key part in ensuring the security and integrity of IT systems, implementing best practices and leading security initiatives.

Why IE University?With 50 years of experience and founded by and for entrepreneurs, IE University has turned business education on its head through disruptive teaching. We count on high-level faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands-on approach to learning.Our PurposeAt IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation.As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world. We provide them with the skills, knowledge, and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education. And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.Our PeopleAt IE we are

• People-driven
• Change Builders
• Autonomy Enthusiasts
• Communication Enthusiasts
• Knowledge Champions

We are looking for a person to join a full-time position in Madrid - IE Tower.

Responsibilities

Your role as Cybersecurity Engineer will involve:

• Act as the right-hand person to the Head of Cybersecurity, contributing to the development and execution of the company's security strategy.
• Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of cybersecurity risks.
• Design, implement, and manage security policies, standards, and best practices across the organization.
• Provide advanced technical support for incident detection, response, and recovery.
• Conduct security audits, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments to identify weaknesses and ensure compliance.
• Oversee and improve firewall, NAC, SIEM, EDR/XDR/NDR, CASB, and ZTNA solutions.
• Monitor and analyze security events, logs, and network traffic for potential threats.
• Develop and execute incident response plans and cybersecurity training programs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Manage and enhance security in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).

Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles, preferably in security operations, risk management, or security architecture.
• High level of written and spoken English and Spanish.
• Strong knowledge of network security, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), VPNs, and endpoint security solutions.
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, NDR, and XDR technologies for advanced threat detection and response.
• Expertise in identity and access management (IAM), Zero Trust security models, and vulnerability management.
• Experience working with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.).
• Proficiency in Windows, Linux, and virtualization environments.
• Knowledge of scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Ansible).
• Experience leading cybersecurity projects and incident response teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure during security incidents.

Nice to Have:

• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, or similar.
• Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of DevSecOps and secure software development practices.

Unleash your full potential and make an impact. The next move is yours!If you want to be part of this educational revolution, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team atIE University.At IE University, we actively promote equal opportunities in recruitment processes and access to employment, always ensuring the absence of gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ethnic origin, or disability bias throughout the entire selection process.