Cyber Security Engineer: SIEM, EDR & Automation Expert

SMA Magnetics; Kraków; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SMA Magnetics is seeking an IT Engineer Cyber Security to implement and operate core security controls, ensuring architecture requirements are met and vulnerabilities are actively managed. Location: Kraków, Poland.

This role collaborates with MSSP and focuses on continuous improvement of security posture. You will perform vulnerability scans, monitor SIEM alerts, and develop automation scripts with Python or PowerShell to enhance recurring checks and response processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science or IT security with relevant experience.
• Hands-on administration of cyber security tools (SIEM, EDR/MDR, scanners, firewalls).
• Experience in vulnerability management, monitoring and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of networks, Windows/Linux security, cloud, and scripting.
• Familiarity with NIST CSF 2.0; Security+ / CySA+ / GSEC or vendor certs is a plus.
• Experience implementing controls, SIEM monitoring, automation and hardening.
• Good German and business-fluent English skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure and operate central security controls like EDR/MDR, firewalls and IAM with MSSP.
• Run vulnerability scans, assess risks and coordinate patching with owners.
• Monitor SIEM logs, analyze incidents and initiate countermeasures with MSSP/CIRT.
• Develop scripts and use SOAR to automate checks and responses.
• Assist IT staff with secure configurations, hardening and test follow-ups.

Skills

SIEM

EDR/MDR

Firewalls

Security gateways

IAM

Vulnerability management

Security monitoring

Incident response

Python

PowerShell

SOAR

Hardening

Network protocols

Windows security

Linux security

Cloud environments

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Degree in computer science

IT security qualification

Tools

SIEM

EDR/MDR

Vulnerability scanners

Firewalls

Security gateways

Job description

SMA Magnetics is seeking an IT Engineer Cyber Security to implement and operate core security controls, ensuring architecture requirements are met and vulnerabilities are actively managed. Location: Kraków, Poland.

This role collaborates with MSSP and focuses on continuous improvement of security posture. You will perform vulnerability scans, monitor SIEM alerts, and develop automation scripts with Python or PowerShell to enhance recurring checks and response processes.