IT Security specialist

Nexa Global; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days of vacation

Training and certification opportunities

Special leave on Christmas Eve & New Year's Eve

Job summary

Nexa Global is seeking an experienced IT Security Operations Center Analyst to identify and handle cyber attacks while enhancing the organization's IT security architecture. The candidate should have a degree in information technology, experience in a Security Operations Center, and proficiency in English and German. Offered are a permanent position, 30 days of vacation, diverse training opportunities, and an attractive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Security Operations Center (L1–L3 analyses) is required.
• Practical experience in forensic analysis of security incidents is needed.
• Knowledge of regulations like ISO 27001 is important.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze IT security incidents and cyber attacks.
• Coordinate appropriate countermeasures for security incidents.
• Prepare documentation for internal committees and auditors.

Skills

Network security

Incident response

SIEM tools

Communication skills

Forensic analysis

Vulnerability analysis

Education

Degree in information technology

Job description

Our client, a leading financial institution, is looking for an experienced individual to join its Security Operations Center, who can detect cyber attacks at an early stage, handle them professionally, and continuously strengthen the IT security architecture.

Your activities

• Identification, analysis, and handling of IT security incidents and cyberattacks
• Assessment of causes and criticality of incidents
• Coordination of appropriate countermeasures (security incident response)
• Preparation of documentation and reports for internal committees, auditors, and supervisory authorities
• Support in the further development of security incident management and threat hunting
• Development of new security use cases in SIEM systems
• Conducting threat intelligence analyses
• Collaboration with other IT security units and interdisciplinary teams
• Supporting awareness campaigns to sensitize employees to cyber risks

Your profile

• Completed degree in (business) information technology or comparable technical training with a focus on IT security
• Experience in the Security Operations Center (L1–L3 analyses) and working with SIEM tools
• Practical experience in technical or forensic analysis of security incidents (network, host, malware, client)
• In-depth knowledge of network security, vulnerability analysis, and defensive measures
• Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations (ISO 27001/27035, NIST CSF, MaRisk, BAIT)
• Strong communication skills, team spirit, and structured approach to work
• High willingness to learn and sense of responsibility for information security
• German at least C1, English at least B2

Permanent position with attractive remuneration

Modern IT security environment and a high degree of personal responsibility

30 days of vacation + special leave on Christmas Eve & New Year's Eve

Diverse training and certification opportunities in the field of IT security

Collegial environment, clear processes, and open communication culture