Senior Security Engineer - SOC - L2

Ackcent Cybersecurity; León; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player in IT Services is seeking a skilled cybersecurity professional to join their SOC Team. In this senior role, you will enhance security measures, monitor threats, and lead incident responses. Collaborating with various departments, you will also provide training to junior team members, ensuring the highest standards of security are met. This dynamic environment emphasizes innovation and teamwork, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about cybersecurity. If you are ready to make a significant impact in protecting client assets, this role is for you.

Servicios

Medical insurance

Birthday day off

Dynamic work environment

Formación

• 3+ years of experience in information security and SOC environments.
• Strong knowledge of security monitoring tools and network fundamentals.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze security alerts to identify and prioritize incidents.
• Lead responses to security incidents and provide training to junior members.

Conocimientos

Information Security

Network Fundamentals

Security Architecture

Security Monitoring Tools

Scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell)

Incident Handling

Forensics and Malware Analysis

Communication Skills

Educación

Degree in Computer or Telecommunications Engineering

Herramientas

IDS/IPS Systems

Firewalls

HIDS

WAF

SIEM

AWS

Azure

Descripción del empleo

Professionals at Ackcent Cybersecurity share a common goal: to enhance the security of our customers, protect their assets from cyber threats, and deliver high-quality service through effective communication and care. In this role, you will be part of our SOC Team, responsible for security threat monitoring and incident handling, assisting in securing and defending our clients' assets.

We seek professionals with cybersecurity experience and a comprehensive understanding of Networks, Security Architecture, and Security Monitoring Tools.

As a key member of the Ackcent team, you will lead the handling of security threats and incidents, improve and maintain tools and procedures, and conduct forensics and malware analysis for mitigation and threat containment. Being a senior position, you will also train and support junior team members and collaborate with other departments on security initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Analyze and verify security threat monitoring alerts to identify, classify, and prioritize incidents.
2. Create, enhance, and maintain security monitoring alerts based on data correlation.
3. Operate and maintain IDS/IPS systems, collaborating with security and network architects to advance security defenses.
4. Lead responses to security incidents and investigations, coordinating with customers and IT providers while adhering to SLAs.
5. Perform forensics and malware analysis to identify indicators of compromise, assessing incident scope and impact.
6. Report findings to the SOC Manager and the involved CISO/CIO.
7. Provide training and guidance to junior team members.
8. Conduct proactive research on the latest security threats and vulnerabilities to keep tools and processes current.
9. Ensure contractual obligations and SLAs are met or exceeded.
10. Manage priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
11. Develop and implement improvements to SOC tools and operations.

Required Skills & Experience

1. Degree in Computer or Telecommunications Engineering or a related field.
2. Over 3 years of relevant experience in information security.
3. Experience working in a SOC environment.
4. Strong understanding of network fundamentals and Internet protocols.
5. Knowledge of system administration and security architecture.
6. Experience with key security monitoring tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, HIDS, WAF, SIEM).
7. Proven experience with at least one IDS technology.
8. Scripting skills in Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
9. Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
10. Self-motivated, capable of working independently and as part of a team in challenging environments.

Nice to Have

1. Proficiency with Operating Systems: Windows, Unix/Linux, OSX.
2. Knowledge of Windows Server administration.
3. Understanding of cybersecurity concepts: kill chain, TTPs, threat intelligence, malware distribution.
4. Knowledge of security principles: defense in depth, BYOD, data loss prevention, risk assessment, security metrics.
5. Experience in a SOC for three or more years.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills; ability to collaborate effectively.
8. Initiative, follow-up, and commitment skills.
9. Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
10. Experience with AWS or Azure cloud infrastructure.
11. Previous malware reverse engineering experience.
12. Relevant certifications (GCIH, GCFA, GCFE, GREM, CISSP) are advantageous.

What We Offer

• Medical insurance
• Birthday day off
• A dynamic work environment focused on innovation and collaboration

Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting

Employment Type: Full-time