Cyber Security Incident Response

Posted 19 September 2023
Salary Competitive
Job type Permanent
Discipline Cyber Security
Reference63713
Remote working Remote

Job description

Role: Cyber Security Incident Response
Salary: Competitive package  
Location: Germany, Switzerland or Austria- Remote (open to travel)   

Stott and May are working with is a leading cyber security provider specialising in Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Incident Response, and Threat intelligence. They are headquartered in Germany, offering a flexible remote or hybrid working policy. For this position, you must have German(basic or fluent) & English(fluent) and be happy to work a mixture of home office, client site, and the occasional visit to the office to meet with colleagues.

Duties:
  • Monitoring systems and networks for intrusions
  • Identifying security flaws and vulnerabilities.
  • Performing security audits, network forensics and penetration tests
  • Conduct in-depth forensic analysis to determine the root cause and extent of security incidents, preserving evidence for potential legal or law enforcement purposes.
  • Performing malware analysis and potential impact on affected systems
  • Developing a set of response procedures for security problems
  • Producing detailed incident reports and writing up playbooks
  • Create and maintain incident response plans tailored to specific client environments, ensuring they are up-to-date and aligned with industry best practices.
  • Provide guidance and training to junior incident responders and other team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in incident response
  • Stay updated on the latest security tools, technologies, and trends,


Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field such as computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
  • Experience in handling security incidents, whether gained through previous roles.
  • Certifications: (Desires) Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threats, and attack vectors is essential.
  • Experience with critical ICT crisis situations
  • Ability to analyse network traffic patterns to detect and respond to security threats.
  • Familiarity with various operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux, macOS) and their security mechanisms.
  • Working in a Microsoft environment
  • Knowledge of security tools such as IDS, IPS, SIEM and endpoint security solutions.
  • Written English and German is desired