Cyber Security Engineer

About the job Cyber Security Engineer - Berlin

Note: This job does not offer any Visa sponsorship. We are looking for applicants already living in Germany.

Overview:

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cyber Security Engineer to their dynamic team. As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will be responsible for protecting our organization's computer systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. You will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining security measures to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain robust security architectures for IT systems and networks.
• Conduct thorough analyses of potential cyber threats and vulnerabilities to our systems.
• Develop and implement response plans for security breaches, including immediate actions to contain and mitigate damage.
• Continuously monitor systems for security breaches, analyze security alerts, and provide timely responses.
• Perform regular risk and vulnerability assessments to identify and address security weaknesses.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Maintain detailed documentation of security measures, incidents, and remediation activities.
• Work closely with IT professionals, departments, and external partners to strengthen overall security posture.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in cyber security roles, with a strong understanding of security protocols, cryptography, authentication, and authorization.
• Proficiency in security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus software, and SIEM systems.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address security issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail to identify and mitigate potential security threats.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Cyber Security or a related field.
• Experience in industries such as finance, healthcare, or government.
• Familiarity with programming languages like Python, Java, or C++ for automation and scripting.
• Knowledge of cloud security practices and experience with platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.