IT Engineer Cyber Security (m/k)

SMA Solar Technology AG; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SMA Solar Technology AG is seeking an IT Engineer Cyber Security to implement, configure, and operate core cyber security controls and tools, ensuring architecture requirements are deployed and vulnerabilities are actively managed in day-to-day security operations.

You will drive security across IT/OT environments, perform continuous vulnerability scanning, monitor SIEM alerts, and automate checks with SOAR. Strong German and English skills are required, plus hands-on security tooling experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, IT security or a comparable technical IT qualification with relevant professional experience.
• Hands-on experience administering and operating cyber security tools such as SIEM, EDR/MDR, vulnerability scanners, firewalls and security gateways.
• Experience in vulnerability management, security monitoring and operational incident response.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, Windows/Linux security, cloud environments, scripting with Python or PowerShell and security automation/SOAR.
• Knowledge of CIS/ISO/NIST standards; certifications like Security+, CySA+, GSEC or vendor certs are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, administer and improve central IT security solutions (EDR/MDR, firewalls, gateways, IAM) with MSSP coordination.
• Perform vulnerability scanning across IT/OT, assess risks and coordinate patching with system owners.
• Monitor logs and SIEM alerts, analyze incidents and initiate countermeasures with MSSP/CIRT.
• Develop scripts and use automation/SOAR to enhance recurring security checks and response processes.
• Support IT admins with secure configuration, hardening activities and penetration test follow-up.

Skills

EDR/MDR

Firewalls

Web/security gateways

IAM

Vulnerability scanning

SIEM

Scripting (Python/PowerShell)

SOAR automation

Hardening

Windows security

Linux security

Cloud security

Network protocols

NIST 2.0

German language

English language

Education

Degree in computer science / IT security

Tools

SIEM

EDR/MDR

Vulnerability scanners

Firewalls

Security gateways

Job description

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The IT Engineer Cyber Security implements, configures and operates core cyber security controls and tools, ensuring that architecture requirements are technically deployed, vulnerabilities are actively managed and operational response capability is maintained in day-to-day security operations.

Your role:

• Implement, configure, administer and continuously improve central IT security solutions such as EDR/MDR, firewalls, web/security gateways and IAM components in coordination with the MSSP.
• Perform continuous vulnerability scanning across IT/OT environments, assess risks and coordinate patch processes with system owners.
• Monitor security logs and SIEM alerts, analyze security incidents and initiate operational countermeasures with MSSP/CIRT.
• Develop scripts and use automation/SOAR tooling to improve recurring security checks and response processes.
• Support IT administrators with secure system configuration, hardening activities and penetration test follow-up.

What we require:

• Degree in computer science, IT security or a comparable technical IT qualification with relevant professional experience.
• Hands-on experience in administering and operating cyber security tools such as SIEM, EDR/MDR, vulnerability scanners, firewalls and security gateways.
• Experience in vulnerability management, security monitoring and operational incident response.
• Strong technical knowledge of network protocols, Windows/Linux security, cloud environments, scripting with Python or PowerShell and security automation/SOAR.
• Knowledge of common security standards and best practices such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0; certifications such as Security+,CySA+, GSEC or vendor certificates are advantageous.
• Implementation and operation of security controls, vulnerability scanning and remediation coordination, SIEM monitoring, incident analysis, automation and technical hardening support.
• Good German and business-fluent English skills
• Analytical mindset, strong problem-solving capability and structured behavior in critical security incidents

We look forward to receiving your application!

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