Senior Security Analyst

We're seeking a seasoned Senior Security Operations Specialist who specializes in incident response and management, endpoint security tool administration, as well as threat mitigation and vulnerability remediation. This position calls for someone with a strategic understanding of organizational security improvement and a strong technical background.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with our Endpoint Security Platform Architect, Platform Owner & Service Managers to not only implement, manage, and enhance our Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution, but also play a crucial role in our incident management processes. With a focus on incident response, this role will require managing real-time security events, coordinating remediation efforts, and ensuring incidents are thoroughly documented and analyzed for improvements.

We're particularly interested in those with a passion for technology, with a spotlight on endpoint security technologies, who have the technical acumen and resilience to effectively respond to and manage high-stress incident scenarios. We're looking for a dedicated professional who can leverage their skills and experience to improve our security posture and incident response capabilities at every level of our organization.

You will

• Demonstrated expertise in handling security incidents and rapid response.
• Advanced knowledge of Windows, Linux/Unix tools, architectures, and security configurations/monitoring techniques.
• Solid experience in managing agent-based software on endpoints, with a preference for security-based software.
• Proven experience working with advanced threat detection solutions and Docker/Containers.
• Familiarity with scripting in Python/PowerShell, utilizing automation tools, REST API, etc. for incident response.
• Experience in creating data-driven security dashboards.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities, with an emphasis on resolving security incidents promptly and effectively.
• Capacity to build and maintain reports, develop scripts to automate tasks, and improve incident response times.

In this role, you will not only support, monitor, and maintain the Endpoint Detection and Response Suite within the organization but will also take a leading role in improving our incident response and threat management capabilities.

With your technical prowess and keen understanding of security dynamics, you'll help us continue to protect our organization's integrity, drive security improvements, and ensure our systems are resilient against evolving threats.

If you're a seasoned professional who thrives in high-stakes security situations and wants to make a significant impact on our security strategy, we'd love to hear from you.

Your skills

• Graduate Degree in computer science, information technology, or similar field, plus recent computer application programming experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Have worked for at least 2-3 years in IT Infrastructure domain preferably related to security
• Knowledge on Network and Infrastructure architecture
• Security certifications would be plus: CISSP/CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISA, CISM
• Understanding of IT Security practices/programs
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
• Technical understanding of EDR platform
• ITILv3 or above certification [plus]
• Prior experience in creating reports and data analysis
• Good communication skills, interpersonal, oral, and written in English

Your benefits:

• We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad
• We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location)
• From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered
• Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach

41847 | IT & Tech Engineering | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz Technology | Full-Time | Permanent

About Allianz Technology

Allianz Technology is the global IT service provider for Allianz and delivers IT solutions that drive the digitalization of the Group. With more than 10,000 employees located in 55 countries around the globe, Allianz Technology works together with other Allianz entities in pioneering the digitalization of the financial services industry.

We oversee the full digitalization spectrum – from one of the industry’s largest IT infrastructure projects that includes data centers, networking and security, to application platforms that span from workplace services to digital interaction. In short, we deliver full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age.

D&I statement

Allianz Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the working environment. We are interested in your strengths and experience. We welcome all applications from all people regardless of gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, age, nationality, religion, disability, or philosophy of life.

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